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<div>Sponsor a day at Noisebridge, and you get to name it! It's like a brick, but it's a day.<br />
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$165, anonymous is okay, just name the day below, and then give the money to someone responsible looking, who will put their name in the &quot;accepted by&quot; column.<br />
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Any day which has been named, but doesn't yet have an &quot;accepted by&quot; filled in, is still fair game. Disputes will be resolved by fisticuffs or flamewar.<br />
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A list of sponsored days, with the names given to them<br />
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! Day<br />
! Day Name<br />
! Sponsor<br />
! Donation accepted by<br />
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|2011-01-01 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-02 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-06 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-07 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-08 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-09 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-10 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-11 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-12 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-13 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-14 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-15 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-16 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-17 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-18 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-19 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-20 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-21 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-22 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-23 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-24 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-25 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-26 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-27 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-28 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-29 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-30 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-01-31 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-01 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-02 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-06 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-11 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-13 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-14 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-15 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-16 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-17 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-18 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-19 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-20 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-21 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-22 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-23 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-24 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-25 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-26 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-27 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-02-28 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-01 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-02 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-03 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-04 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-05 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-06 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-07 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-08 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-09 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-10 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-11 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-12 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-13 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-14 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-15 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-16 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-17 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-18 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-19 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-20 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-21 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-22 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-23 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-24 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-25 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-26 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-27 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-03-28 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-14 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-15 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-16 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-17 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-18 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-19 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-20 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-24 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-25 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-26 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-27 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-28 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-29 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-04-30 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-01 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-02 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-03 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-04 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-05 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-06 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-07 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-10 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-11 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-26 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-27 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-28 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-30 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-05-31 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-01 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-11 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-12 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-13 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-14 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-15 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-16 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-17 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-21 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-06-27 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-07-01 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-07-11 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-07-26 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-07-27 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-07-28 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-07-31 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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|2011-08-01 || Boring Day || ... || ... <br />
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<div>&lt;!-- Note that this page uses transclusion. Content between the &quot;onlyinclude&quot; tags below will be pushed to the main page --&gt;<br />
Official, Semi-Official, one-off and other events at the Noisebridge space.<br />
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=Event Calendar=<br />
Not all events make it onto this calendar. Many events only make it to the Discussion or Announcements [[Mailinglist | mailing lists]], [[IRC]] or in person at [[Category:Meeting_Notes | Tuesday meetings]]. Best of all, Noisebridge is about people getting together at the space in San Francisco to do stuff... like in person. Some events just happen. Pay attention!<br />
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Event posters are encouraged to crosspost to the Google Calendar. View the [http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=vo3i3c0qtjnkjr2ojasd0ftt8s%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;ctz=America/Los_Angeles Google Calendar], view the [http://www.google.com/calendar/feeds/vo3i3c0qtjnkjr2ojasd0ftt8s%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic Google Calendar in XML], or the [http://www.google.com/calendar/ical/vo3i3c0qtjnkjr2ojasd0ftt8s%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics Google Calendar in ical] format.<br />
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To post Google Calendar entries for your event, contact a Noisebridge member for access.<br />
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(Wouldn't it be great if there were a gCal mediawiki plugin so crossposting wasn't needed? Do you know of a good one? Help us!) &lt;- working on this, need to upgrade Mediawiki in order to use some plugins.<br />
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=== Upcoming Events &lt;small&gt;[https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Category:Events&amp;action=edit&amp;section=2 edit]&lt;/small&gt; ===<br />
* '''Thurs June 24, 18:00-22:00''' - [[Fuzzy_Chef_Cooking_Class|Fuzzy Chef Cooking Class]]<br />
* &quot;&quot;Sat July 10 14:00-16:00&quot;&quot; - [http://blog.appliedplatonics.com/?p=183 Greenwiring workshop]<br />
* '''Thurs July 15, 20:00''' - [[Five Minutes of Fame]] - an evening of &quot;five&quot; minute talks<br />
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=== Recurring Events &lt;small&gt;[https://www.noisebridge.net/index.php?title=Category:Events&amp;action=edit&amp;section=3 edit]&lt;/small&gt; ===<br />
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* '''Monday'''<br />
** Anytime [[https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/House_Keeping#Trash_and_Recycling| Trash Night]] - Dont forget to take out the trash for Tuesday morning!<br />
** 18:30 [[PyClass]] - Learn how to program using the Python programming language.<br />
** '''19:00 [[Circuit Hacking Mondays]]''' - Learn to solder! Mitch will bring kits to make cool, hackable things that you can bring home after you make them. Bring your own projects to hack!<br />
** '''18:00 [[iPhone OS developer weekly meetup]]''' - we make teh applukashuns, joyn us 2 make dem 2! http://meetup.com/iphonedevsf<br />
** 19:00 [[Linux System Administration Study Group]] - Study Linux admining in the Turing classroom.<br />
** 19:00 1st and 3rd Mondays the BACE Timebank group meets to help organize community mutual aid by trading in equal time credits, wherever there is space. For more info. mira (at) sfbace.org or to join go to timebank.sfbace.org<br />
* '''Tuesday'''<br />
** 15:00 [[Linux System Administration Study Group]] - Study Linux admining in the Turing classroom.<br />
** 18:30 Bay Area Community Exchange Project Roundtable Meeting (third Tues. of every month)-discussion of alternative currencies in the back classroom.<br />
** '''20:00 [[#Meetings|Noisebridge Weekly Meeting]]''' - Introducing new people and events to the space, general discussion, and decision making.<br />
** 20:30 [[Spacebridge]] - Noisebridge's space program (project update meeting) <br />
** 21:00 [[Machine Learning]] - Teach computers to learn stuff using artificial intelligence and other techniques. (Formerly Wednesdays)<br />
* '''Wednesday'''<br />
** 18:00 [[LinuxDiscussion|Linux Discussion]] - Play with Linux in the Turing classroom.<br />
** '''19:00 [[SCoW]]''' - Sewing, Crafting, Or Whatever! Come make cool stuff with geeks.<br />
** '''19:00 [[NBShooters]]''' - Digital Landscape and Artistic Photojournalism Class. Bring your own Camera (BYOC).<br />
** '''20:00 [[Gamebridge|Gamebridge Unityversity]]''' - Collab and learn to make video games with geeks, if it's your first night you will actually get to make a game!<br />
* '''Thursday'''<br />
** Anytime [[https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/House_Keeping#Trash_and_Recycling| Trash Night]] - Dont forget to take out the trash for Friday morning!<br />
** 19:30 [[Games]] - Play games with geeks.<br />
** '''20:00 [[Five_Minutes_of_Fame | Five Minutes of Fame]]''' (3rd Thursdays)<br />
** 20:00 [[Programming_for_Poets | Programming for Poets]] - Gentle intro to programming using Processing (when no 5MoF)<br />
* '''Friday''' <br />
** 15:00 [[Linux System Administration Study Group]] - Study Linux admining in the Turing classroom. <br />
** 19:00 [[Science, Engineering &amp; Design Huddle]] - Weekly group to discuss design approach, share techniques, and solve any problem you may be having with your project(s).<br />
** 20:00 [[Moving/2169 Mission/Buildout|2169 Buildout planning]] - Discussion &amp; execution of how to renovate our new space.<br />
** 18:00 [[RantMeet]] (1st Fridays) [http://www.rantmedia.ca Rant Media] is a global hacker/survival/indy media phyle that meets up around the world.<br />
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* '''Saturday'''<br />
** 20:00 [[NSFW]] - Now Showing From the Web, last Saturday of the month. Share interesting videos you've found on the web for the past month or bring content you made.<br />
* '''Sunday'''<br />
** 13:00 [[Cyborg Group|Cyborg Group / Sensebridge]] - Work on projects like artificial senses.<br />
** 15:00 [[OpenEEG]] - how to read your mind.<br />
** 15:00 [[KnotTyingWorkshop|Knot Tying Workshop]] - (1st Sunday of the month)- work on knotting projects and share ropework knowledge<br />
** '''15:00 [[Go]]''' - Playing of the Go boardgame. On nice days we often take the boards to Dolores Park and play there.<br />
** 15:00 [[Locks!]] - Lock sport, sundays when there is demand. ( See [[locks!]] for more information. )<br />
** 17:00 [[Rsync Users Group]] - A twelve step program for those who have poor *nix habits.<br />
** 18:00 [[Spacebridge]] - Noisebridge's space program<br />
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* '''To be scheduled'''<br />
** [[CNC Mill Workshop]] - Who wants to make stuff on the [[MaxNCMill]]?<br />
** [[Math &amp; Science Help]] - If you would like some math, science or engineering help, I'm down to lend a hand.<br />
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=== Proposed Future Events and Classes ===<br />
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:19:00 [[German]] - Learn German, all levels. 7pm beginners, 8pm advanced. RSVP 24 hours in advance for the benefit of the instructor. Events ran May-November 2009 on Mondays. Currently on hiatus. Get on the mailing list.<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Movie Night!]] - [[User:ThOMG|Thom]] wants to build community through nerdy sci-fi! (+Bill+Ted+Excellence++)<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Introduction to the AVR Microcontroller]] - [[User:Mightyohm|Jeff]] and [[User:Maltman23|Mitch]] are planning an introductory class for people wanting to make cool projects with AVRs.<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Basic Chemistry Lab Techniques]]<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Cuddle Puddle for the Economy]] - Stress-hacking with informal massage exchange.<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Milk and Cookies]] - Come read your favorite selections out loud. With Milk and Cookies (and yeah, probably beer too).<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Processing Workshop 2]] - [[User:Scmurray|Scott]] is interested in teaching this, and is busy thinking about what, where, when, why, and how.<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Programming for Poets]] - For those who think they &quot;can't program,&quot; a gentle introduction via processing<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Hack your Hardware]] -- We call BS on &quot;no user-serviceable parts inside&quot;<br />
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:'''(TBD)''': [[Homebrew Instruction Class]] - The Wort (pt 1/3)<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Trip to Shooting Range]] - Field trip to a shooting range, to shoot guns. Express interest at [[Trip to Shooting Range]]<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Surface Mount Soldering Workshop]] - Learn how to solder cicuits with small surface mount parts. [[User:maltman23|Mitch Altman]] and Martin Bogomolni and others will show their tricks. [[User:maltman23|Mitch]] will bring hackable kits that uses surface mounts for you to solder.<br />
:'''(TBD)''' - [[Locksport and Lockpicking]]<br />
:'''(TBD)''' - [[Version control tutorial]]<br />
:'''(TBD)''' - [[Foreign language learning for rocket scientists]] - I'm near-native (fool people when I try) in (French and) Japanese, and a pro trans/terpreter and will share my shortcuts (skill-order, vocab, speed/articulation, translation≅grammar). No expertise on tonal languages yet... so if you know how to remember tones or how tone-sandhi interacts with speed and/or how nuances of speaker attitude are expressed in them (what we do with rythm/inflection/sentence-intonation and stress in Eng., and with particles and ??? in e.g. Cantonese) please chime in or call me (415-608-0564) so I can convey your wisdom. [also looking for a from-scratch Arabic partner]<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Getting started with Arduino]]<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Distributed Databases]]<br />
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= Past Events =<br />
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* '''June 5th, 12:00-19:00 - [[NoiseBridgeRehab]]''' - Help make the space more usable and accessible! Noisebridge needs your help!<br />
* '''June 5th, 16:00-20:00 - [[Science For Juggalos]]''' - Science Fair in front of the Warfield Theater teaching magnetism to Juggalos<br />
* '''June 6th, 15:00 - [[AVC Meetup]]''' - Entrepreneurial bonding &amp; matchmaking<br />
* '''June 9th, 21:00 - Your liver supports Noisebridge''' - Come to Elixir @ 16th &amp; Guerrero anytime after 21:00 and drink, drink, drink! 50% of tips go to Noisebridge<br />
* '''February 27th, 20:00 - [[Hacker EPROM]]''' - Noisebridge's first prom! Nice tie and a (robot) date required. We will have a DJ and punch.<br />
* '''February 24th, 19:00, Wednesday - Joris Peels, of [http://www.shapeways.com Shapeways]''', and expert on 3D printing, will give a [[ShaperwaysPresentation | talk and demonstration]] at Noisebridge!.<br />
* '''February 23rd, 18:00 - Cleaning day''' - Come and help clean Noisebridge, because everyone loves a clean hack space.<br />
* '''February 12th, 21:00 - visit from Steve Jackson'''. Game designer [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Jackson_%28US_game_designer%29 Steve Jackson], founder of Steve Jackson Games, will visit Noisebridge.<br />
* '''January 27th, 18:00-20:00 - [[beatrixjar event|Circuit Bending Workshop]]''' - [http://www.beatrixjar.com/ Beatrix*JAR] (contact [[User:Gpvillamil|Gian Pablo]] for more info)<br />
* '''January 27th, 20:00-22:00 - [[beatrixjar event|Circuit Bending Performance]]''' - [http://www.beatrixjar.com/ Beatrix*JAR] - &quot;Celebrate a night of new sound that will change your idea of music forever!&quot;<br />
* '''January 25th, 19:30 - [[Bag Porn]]''' - What's in your bag?<br />
* '''January 20th, 19:00-21:00 - [http://groups.google.com/group/bacat/about Bay Categories &amp; Types]''' - Categories, monoids, monads, functors and more! Held in the Alonzo Church classroom.<br />
* '''January 20th, 19:00 - [[User Experience Book Club SF]]''' - Our book this month is &quot;A Theory of Fun for Game Design&quot; by Raph Koster - http://is.gd/6sEqw (meets in Turing)<br />
* '''January 21st, 20:00 - [[Five Minutes of Fame]]''' - Monthly set of lightning talks on diverse topics<br />
* '''January 22nd, 17:00 - [[CleaningParty| Cleaning Party]]''' - Come help clean up Noisebridge! Awsum fun!<br />
* ...January 14th,16th, and 17th 1:00- ??? Build Out day for kitchen/bathroom/laundry bring yourself and a good attitude, learn a few things as well<br />
* '''January 15th, 18:00 - [[CNC_Mill_Workshop]]''' - Learn to use the CNC mill for 2D engraving and circuit board routing<br />
* Thursdays 17:00 [[ASL Group|American Sign Language]] - Learn how to talk without using your voice (or just come chat in ASL). &lt;small&gt;[http://whenisgood.net/noisebridge/asl/generic click to reschedule]&lt;/small&gt;<br />
* '''November 18th, 19:30''' - [[Dorkbot_2009_11_18|Dorkbot]]<br />
* '''November 19th, 18:00''' - [[Mesh meetup]]<br />
* '''November 19th, 20:00''' - [[Five Minutes of Fame]]<br />
* '''November 20th, 18:00''' - Loud Objects [http://www.flickr.com/photos/createdigitalmedia/3428249036/ Noise Toy workshop].<br />
* '''November 20th, 20:00''' - Performance by [http://www.loudobjects.com/ Loud Objects], (featuring Tristan Perich and Lesley Flanigan) and [http://www.myspace.com/jibkidder Jib Kidder].<br />
:'''2009-11-05''' - [http://www.server-sky.com/ Server Sky presentation: Internet and Computation in Orbit] by Keith Lofstrom<br />
:'''2009-11-05''' - [[Mesh meetup]]<br />
:'''2009-11-02''' - [[French]] book club meeting to discuss [http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/2842612892/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&amp;m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;v=glance Une Si Longue Lettre]<br />
: ''' October 1st, 18:00''' - [[Wireless_Mesh_Network_Meetup | Mesh wireless meetup]]<br />
: ''' October 1st, 19:00''' - [http://groups.google.com/group/bacat Bay Area Categories and Types]<br />
: '''2009-10-03''' [[Year 1 Open Hacker House]]<br />
:'''Friday''': [[CrazyCryptoNight]] - Discussion of cryptography for beginners through experts. 6-???<br />
:'''Sunday''' : [[OpenEEG | OpenEEG Hacking]] Sundays, at 3-5pm.<br />
:'''Tuesday''': [[Haskell/Haschool]] - Learn Haskell with Jason Dusek. 6PM - 7:30PM, from May until we're all experts.<br />
:'''Wednesday''': [[Adobe_Lightroom|Adobe Lightroom]] - Become a more organized photographer. Weekly class (mostly held off site).<br />
:'''Thursday''': [[Professional VFX Compositing With Adobe After Effects]] - Taught by [[User:SFSlim|Aaron Muszalski]]. 7:30PM - 10PM, most Thursdays in May &amp; June &amp; ? (click through dammit)<br />
:'''2009-09-17''': [[Five Minutes of Fame]] 3D Edition<br />
:'''2009-09-17''': [[Wireless Mesh Network Meetup | Mesh wireless meetup]]<br />
:'''2009-08-20''': [[Five Minutes of Fame]] One Dee Edition<br />
:'''2009-07-16''': [[Five Minutes of Fame]] Zero Dee<br />
:'''2009-07-02 - 2009-07-05''': [http://toorcamp.org Toorcamp]<br />
:'''2009-07-01''': Noisedroid meeting to discuss location logging on Android platform (and other stuff too, I'm sure)<br />
:'''2009-06-30''': [[Powerbocking Class|Powerbocking class]]<br />
:'''2009-06-30''': &quot;Suing Telemarketers for Fun and Profit&quot; (Toorcamp talk preview)<br />
:'''2009-06-28''': &quot;Meditation for Hackers&quot; (Toorcamp workshop preview)<br />
:'''2009-06-18''': [[Five Minutes of Fame]]<br />
:'''2009-06-15''': [[Eagle Workshop]] Session two of the Eagle CAD workshop.<br />
:'''2009-06-13''': [[RoboGames 2009]] Noisebridge had a booth staffed by vounteers, great fun!<br />
:'''2009-05-21''': [[Five Minutes of Fame]]<br />
:'''2009-04-27''': [[EagleCAD workshop]] -- learn to use this CAD tool for printed circuit board design<br />
:'''2009-04-16''': [[Five Minutes of Fame]] April showers &amp; flowers edition<br />
:'''2009-04-11''': [[RFID Hacking]] weekend workshop (this event moved from the original March date)<br />
:'''2009-04-05''': [[First aid and CPR class]] Learning how to not only not die, but also reduce scarring!<br />
:'''2009-04-03''': [[Sudo pop]] 2PM and on. Making the first batch of a Noisebridge label yerba mate-niated rootbrew, gratis and DIY<br />
:'''2009-03-26''': [[OpenEEG | OpenEEG Hacking]] first meet up for this new group: 8 pm<br />
:'''2009-03-19''': [[Five Minutes of Fame]]<br />
:'''2009-03-12''': [[OpenBTS and GSM]] talk by David Burgess<br />
:'''2009-02-14''': [[Open Heart Workshop]] Valentine's Day blinkyheart soldering party! <br />
:'''2009-02-13''': [[Time-t_Party|&lt;tt&gt;time_t&lt;/tt&gt; Party]] to celebrate 1,234,567,890 since the Unix epoch.<br />
:'''2009-02-09''': [[Spanish learning at 8:30]]<br />
:'''2009-02-05''': [[PGP Key Workshop]]<br />
:'''2009-01-31''': [[Locksport and Lockpicking]]<br />
:'''2008-12-27''': [[25C3]] Chaos Computer Congress in Berlin<br />
:'''2008-12-20 &amp; 21''': [[Creme Brulee]] Workshop on creating a french dessert, with bonus propane torch.<br />
:'''2008-12-17 20:00''': [[Machine Learning]] Birds-of-a-feather<br />
:'''2008-11-24''': [[Circuit Hacking Monday]] circuit design workshop<br />
:'''2008-11-21, 7pm''':[[Milk and Cookies]] -- [[User:Dmolnar|David Molnar]] hosts Milk and Cookies at 83C. Bring a short 5-7minute thing to read to others. Bring a potluck cookie/snack/drink if you like. David will bring milk and cookies.<br />
:'''2008-11-17, 7:30pm''': [[Basic Bicycle Maintain]] - [[User:rubin110|Rubin]] and [[User:rigel|rigel]] hate it when we see a bike that isn't maintained. Screechy chains and clacking derailleur can go to hell. Basic bike tune up, sharing the smarts on simple things you can do at home to make your ride suck a whole lot less.<br />
:'''2008-11-16, 5:00pm''': [[RepRap Soldering Party]] - help assemble RepRap! RSVPs required on wiki! [[User:Adi|adi]]<br />
:'''2008-11-16, 3:00pm''': [[Oscilloscopes]] - Learn how to use this versatile tool to test electronic circuits. Maximum 6 slots, please sign up ahead of time! [[User:dstaff|dstaff]]<br />
:'''2008-10-31''': [[Halloween Open House]] - NoiseBridge's own [[PPPC]] threw an awesome open house/halloween gala. Post pictures if you got 'em!<br />
:'''2008-10-25''': [[Soldering Workshop]] and Pumpkin Hackin' - Learn to solder for total newbies (or learn to solder better!), including surface mount. Additionally, carve your halloween pumpkins and enjoy some experimental pumpkin pie and/or soup.<br />
:'''2008-10-07''': (tuesday before meeting) - Etch a circuit board. I'll be trying a photo resist etching and a basic printed mask etching. This is step 1/3 for a project called &quot;annoying USB thingie&quot; which will execute pre-defined keystrokes by sneaking a tiny USB dongle onto a victim^h^h^h^h^h buddy's computer.<br />
:'''2008-09-13''': [[Processing Workshop]] — Learn this very easy-to-use programming language! - [[Processing Workshop Report]]<br />
:'''2008-02-16''': [[Brain Machine Workshop|Brain Machine Making Workshop]]: Our first hardware sprint!</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/2009_New_Director2009 New Director2009-06-17T01:23:58Z<p>Jbm: Shannon confirmed that he's interested</p>
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<div>As of June 2009, Noisebridge has an opening on the board of directors. To fill the opening, we'll do this:<br />
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# Nominate one or more dedicated souls<br />
# Discuss on-list, on IRC, in person, at meetings, until we decide who the next director should be<br />
# Have a voting meeting according to the legal requirements[1] to make it official<br />
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Current directors (ineligible) are:<br />
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* Jacob Applebaum<br />
* Mitch Altman<br />
* Andy Isaacson<br />
* Rachel McConnell<br />
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Note that David Molnar is a Noisebridge officer (Secretary) but not actually on the board of directors.<br />
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== Nominees ==<br />
Write the name of a nominee below, but only if they a) would do a good job of being a director of Noisebridge, and b) are actually willing to do it.<br />
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* Miloh<br />
* Shannon</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/IRS_Response_2009_06IRS Response 2009 062009-06-08T06:43:42Z<p>Jbm: /* Response Context */ Further small twiddling with layout/formatting of the TODO list.</p>
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<div>== Request ==<br />
The IRS responded to our 501(c)3 application with a [http://web.hexapodia.org/~adi/noisebridge/irs-letter-2009-05.pdf request for additional information] (7MB PDF). We are responding as follows.<br />
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== Response Context ==<br />
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Our lawyer has asked us to focus on responses to Questions 2, 3,5, 7,8, and 10 from the IRS request for information. We met with her at 11AM on Friday 6 June 2009. Based on that meeting, we have the following TODOs:<br />
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0) '''TODO''' Write a short paragraph introducing Noisebridge and framing our contributions to the general public. For example, one possible framing is as an &quot;independent community center with a focus on art and technology.&quot;<br />
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1) '''TODO''' Update our budget for 2008 and 2009-to-date in the submission to the IRS to reflect what we actually spent.<br />
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2) '''TODO''' Consolidate the verbiage in the response to avoid repetition, especially for all free activities.<br />
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3) '''TODO''' Directly address the issue of people living at the space, for example with meeting minutes where we discuss no one should live there or statements from people who have politely informed people that living in the space is not ok.<br />
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4) Clarify residency program<br />
* '''TODO''' Give examples of previous people who would be potential residents, such as Enki and Thomas, including what they contributed to Noisebridge and the general public.<br />
* '''TODO''' Clarify that stipend would be only travel expenses (well, talk about if that's what we want..?)<br />
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5) (done) Make sure ExCEL program advised NB is 501c3 pending, not yet 501c3 (this is DONE)<br />
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6) Demonstrate publicity is working to attract new people from general public to the space.<br />
* '''TODO''' Collect fliers from Maker Faire.<br />
* '''TODO''' Collect news articles.<br />
* '''TODO''' Collect blog entries from middle school students<br />
* '''TODO''' Give rough estimates of # new members not friends of existing members per month<br />
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7) Inventory issues<br />
* '''TODO''' Check who is running inventory of books, other NB materials<br />
* '''TODO''' Write paragraph clarifying how NB materials are not the same as individual members' project materials (see Question 10)<br />
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8) '''TODO''' Time matrix - make hours add up to 24 x 7 per week or account for overlapping activities<br />
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== Introductory Paragraph ==<br />
<br />
Noisebridge is an independent community center that focuses on education in art and technology for the general public.<br />
<br />
== Question 2: Time Matrix ==<br />
<br />
Note: I made a one-off gDocs spreadsheet anyone can edit for this, here: [http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=r04ctAsgVjhOuFLr-LLSA_g&amp;hl=en http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=r04ctAsgVjhOuFLr-LLSA_g&amp;hl=en]. Anyone (and I do mean ''anyone'' can edit it) -jbm<br />
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Time usage matrix <br />
<br />
Activity %time (must sum to 100)<br />
<br />
Circuit Hacking Monday <br />
<br />
ExCEL project<br />
<br />
Noisebridge Meeting<br />
<br />
Python Class<br />
<br />
Haskell Class<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Wednesday<br />
<br />
Mandarin Corner<br />
<br />
German <br />
<br />
Design Huddle<br />
<br />
Five Minutes of Fame<br />
<br />
VFX Class<br />
<br />
Crazy Crypto Night<br />
<br />
Cyborg Group<br />
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== Text Response ==<br />
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<br />
== Question 2: Noisebridge Activities ==<br />
<br />
<br />
=== 2.1 Circuit Hacking Monday ===<br />
<br />
2.1.a The activity offers instruction in <br />
&quot;soldering,&quot; which is a basic skill required to <br />
build electronics. The following extended description appears at the <br />
web page advertising the activity, available at <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Circuit_Hacking_Mondays<br />
<br />
&quot;Learn to solder! Mitch will bring kits to make <br />
cool, practical, intriguing, hackable things that <br />
you can bring home after you make it. Of course, you <br />
can also bring your own projects to hack.<br />
<br />
Anyone can learn to solder! Even if you have never <br />
made anything in your life, you can learn this very <br />
useful and enjoyable skill. It really is fun! Mitch <br />
has taught thousands of people to solder all around <br />
the world, and he can teach you, too! Add yourself <br />
to the ever increasing community!&quot;<br />
<br />
2.1.b The instructor is Mitch Altman. Altman's <br />
qualifications include being a founder of 3Ware, <br />
pioneering virtual reality research at VPL Research, <br />
and founding Cornfield Electronics. In addition, <br />
Mitch has run soldering teaching sessions at a <br />
variety of locations across the world. Mitch Altman <br />
is also a Noisebridge member, the Noisebridge <br />
treasurer, and a member of the Noisebridge board of <br />
directors. See his wikipedia entry at<br />
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitch_Altman<br />
<br />
<br />
The instructor is responsible for teaching <br />
participants the skill of soldering. This skill is <br />
fundamental to building electronics. <br />
<br />
The instructor's duties are to greet participants, <br />
then assesses each participant's current level of <br />
skill. The instructor then works with each <br />
participant to improve his or her soldering skills. Typically, this will be done by the participant completing a small project under the supervision of the instructor.<br />
<br />
2.1.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility, located at 83C Wiese Street, <br />
San Francisco, CA. <br />
<br />
2.1.d The activity is conducted every Monday night <br />
from 8:30PM until participants agree to stop. <br />
<br />
2.1.e The instructors deeply believe in teaching <br />
anyone who wants to learn the basic skills required <br />
to build electronics. No instructor receives a <br />
financial benefit or has any financial interest from <br />
the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.f The activity is part of a series of <br />
Noisebridge education activities that are open to <br />
the general public. As such, the activity is <br />
important to Noisebridge's mission and exempt <br />
purposes.<br />
<br />
2.1.g Anyone may participate in the activity. In <br />
particular, participation is not limited to <br />
Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.1.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.1.i Participants may optionally buy kits <br />
containing parts required to build small electronic <br />
devices. Noisebridge charges only the cost of parts. <br />
Noisebridge offers different kits with a range of $7 <br />
to $25. Purchasing such a kit is not required for <br />
participation; participants may bring in their own <br />
electronics projects for soldering instruction. <br />
<br />
During the activity, we also suggest donations to <br />
Noisebridge in the $3 to $5 range per person, but <br />
participation is encouraged even without such <br />
donations. All <br />
donations go directly to Noisebridge. No member of <br />
Noisebridge and no instructor of the activity <br />
receive any financial benefit from the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.k The event is free and readily accessible to <br />
the general public. As described in 2.1.i, <br />
participants may optionally buy kits containing <br />
parts for small devices and may optionally donate to <br />
Noisebridge, but there is no fee for participation. <br />
<br />
Noisebridge advertises the event on the front page <br />
of its web site http://noisebridge.net . Instructors <br />
also send periodic reminders of the activity to <br />
electronic mailing lists run by Noisebridge and to <br />
other electronic mailing lists. Noisebridge has also <br />
advertised the event at Maker Faire 2009, a public <br />
event held 29 and 30 May 2009 at the San Mateo <br />
Fairgrounds, as part of a booth at the fair. <br />
<br />
2.1.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.1.m Noisebridge dedicates 0% of total general <br />
funds to this activity. Specifically, no labor costs <br />
are involved in the activity because the instructor <br />
donates his time. Costs for parts are covered by the <br />
participants, either in the form of their own <br />
electronics projects or in the purchase of optional <br />
electronics kits. Noisebridge does pay for the rent <br />
of the facility used for this activity, but the rent <br />
money is not specifically earmarked for this <br />
activity.<br />
<br />
2.1.n Some of the kits available for purchase during the activity are designed by Cornfield Electronics, which is a company founded by the instructor and Noisebridge treasurer Mitch Altman. Cornfield Electronics donates the design of the kits, including the list of parts required and instructions for assembly to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.1.o See matrix of time attached.<br />
<br />
=== 2.2 San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL Project (Pending Activity) ===<br />
<br />
2.2.a Noisebridge recently partnered with Teach Me <br />
To Make to propose after-school instruction in basic <br />
electronics for children in the San Francisco <br />
Unified School District (SFUSD). The proposal has <br />
been filed with the ExCEL program of SFUSD. <br />
Noisebridge is currently waiting for a response from <br />
the ExCEL program. <br />
<br />
We have a page on the Noisebridge web site dedicated <br />
to this effort: <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Sfusd_excel_program<br />
<br />
The page links to a detailed proposal, including <br />
budget, to the SFUSD ExCEL program. The proposal is <br />
also attached to this response to the request for <br />
information.<br />
<br />
2.2.b From the proposal:<br />
<br />
&quot;Our organizations [Noisebridge and Teach Me To <br />
Make] include a great many members covering a wide <br />
range of skills, experiences, and areas of <br />
expertise. While many may participate in the ExCEL <br />
program as guest speakers, a much smaller subset <br />
will be the formal instructional personnel.<br />
<br />
Teachers are chosen on the basis of knowledge, <br />
interpersonal skills, and the ability to impart <br />
their knowledge to students in a clear, easy-to-<br />
follow manner. To participate in this program, <br />
teachers must show sensitivity to the needs and <br />
understanding of different students, and must be <br />
able to explain concepts in alternate ways <br />
appropriate to each students. Teachers must be <br />
patient, good listeners, and respectful.&quot;<br />
Please also see the attached proposal.<br />
<br />
'''Qualification, Position descriptions, and duties for parties involved'''<br />
<br />
* Lee Sonko - Coordinator and instructor. Lee has taught computer classes to adults children, he had held a substitute teacher certification in New Jersey, he has managed and owned businesses requiring coordination of activities.<br />
<br />
* Michael Shiloh - Coordinator and instructor.<br />
<br />
* J.D. Zamfirescu - Coordinator and instructor.<br />
<br />
* Mitch Altman - Coordinator and instructor.<br />
<br />
* Other members of Noisebridge - instructors.<br />
<br />
<br />
2.2.c The activity will be conducted at local <br />
schools of the San Francisco Unified School <br />
District. Specific schools will be established if <br />
the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.d The time of the activity will be established <br />
jointly by Noisebridge, Teach Me To Make, and <br />
SFUSDif the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.e The Noisebridge members involved with the <br />
proposal have a deep and passionate commitment to <br />
teaching others basic electronic skills. In <br />
addition, the proposal includes financial <br />
compensation for time spent teaching. Please refer <br />
to the attached proposal budget for details. <br />
<br />
2.2.f The activity forms part of Noisebridge's <br />
efforts at outreach to the general public. Because <br />
this activity will, if accepted by SFUSD, take <br />
Noisebridge's educational mission directly to <br />
children in their schools, the activity is <br />
significant. <br />
<br />
2.2.g School children enrolled in participating <br />
schools within the SFUSD may participate.<br />
<br />
2.2.h If the proposed activity is accepted by SFUSD, <br />
Noisebridge will work with SFUSD to determine <br />
criteria for selecting participants in the event.<br />
<br />
2.2.i Please see attached budget.<br />
<br />
2.2.j Yes, the proposal budget includes $3840 <br />
compensation for teaching time for an electronics <br />
teacher, as shown in the attached budget. <br />
<br />
2.2.k The activity, if accepted by SFUSD, will be <br />
free and accessible to students enrolled in schools <br />
of the SFUSD. The activity will be advertised by <br />
participating schools.<br />
<br />
2.2.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing instruction to public <br />
school children in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purposes. <br />
<br />
<br />
2.2.m Noisebridge devotes no funds directly to this <br />
activity. Funding for the activity, if approved, <br />
will comes from the ExCEL program of the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.n The proposal is joint between Noisebridge and <br />
Teach Me To Make. One principal of Teach Me <br />
To Make, Michael Shiloh, is also a member of Noisebridge, but Teach <br />
Me To Make is a separate organization. For more information on Teach Me To Make, see their web site<br />
http://www.teachmetomake.com/ <br />
<br />
2.2.o See attached matrix.<br />
<br />
== Noisebridge Free Activities ==<br />
<br />
The following activities fall under Noisebridge &quot;Free Activities.&quot; For all Free Activities, unless noted, the following answers to Question 2(b),(c),(d),(e),(f),(g) apply. <br />
<br />
=== 2.3 Python Class ===<br />
<br />
2.3.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Python. Python is a popular <br />
language used in developing new web sites.<br />
Please see attached class announcements distributed <br />
to Noisebridge electronic mailing lists. <br />
<br />
2.3.b The activity was created by Noisebridge member <br />
Asheesh Laroia. Asheesh is a professional programmer <br />
and startup founder with several years of experience <br />
working in Python. Asheesh led the first round of <br />
classes.<br />
<br />
Currently the activity is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Daniel C. Silverstein. Daniel holds a bachelors<br />
degree in computer science from the University of<br />
California at Berkeley, and is a professional programmer <br />
with deep expertise in building large scalable web <br />
services. Daniel has over a decade of experience<br />
with a variety of programming languages including<br />
several years working in Python. <br />
<br />
2.3.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.3.d The activity is conducted every Monday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.3.e The teaching of Python has deep personal <br />
interest to Asheesh and Dan; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.3.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.3.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.3.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.3.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
2.3.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.3.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.3.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.4 Haskell Class ===<br />
<br />
2.4.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Haskell. Haskell is a language <br />
noted for its stress on a &quot;pure functional&quot; style, <br />
which differs significantly from traditional <br />
computer languages. <br />
<br />
2.4.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Jason Dusek. <br />
<br />
2.4.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.4.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.4.e The teaching of Haskell has deep personal <br />
interest to Jason; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.4.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.4.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.4.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.4.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.4.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
=== 2.5 Noisebridge Weekly Meeting ===<br />
<br />
2.5.a Noisebridge hosts an open weekly meeting to discuss current issues of interest to the general public and to members of Noisebridge. The weekly meeting is the method used by Noisebridge to bring up questions for discussion and resolution by the Noisebridge membership. <br />
<br />
2.5.b All members of the general public may participate in the activity. Decisions are made by consensus. Members of Noisebridge may block consensus, causing no action to be taken on a specific issue, while members of the general public may not. <br />
<br />
2.5.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.5.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.5.e Every member of Noisebridge has an interest in the weekly meeting because it is where decisions are made about the direction of Noisebridge.<br />
<br />
2.5.f The activity is critical because it determines what other activities will be carried out as part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.5.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. To block consensus, however, a person must be a member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.5.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.5.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.5.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.5.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes. (g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by directing Noisebridge's future efforts and projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e), (f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.5.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
=== 2.6 Machine Learning Wednesday ===<br />
<br />
2.6.a Noisebridge offers instruction in and group discussion time for statistics, mathematics, and programming techniques related to the field of “machine learning.” <br />
<br />
2.6.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Josh Myer. Josh has a degree in mathematics (the underpinnings of Machine Learning), and three years of industry experience using machine learning techniques. He is a professional programmer working for The Mechanical Zoo. His day job involves machine learning as part of working on a product called Aardvark. His duties as coordinator of Machine Learning Wednesday entail both soliciting/coordinating speakers (from within the noisebridge community) and preparing lectures and activities.<br />
<br />
2.6.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.6.d The activity is conducted every Wednesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.6.e The teaching of Machine Learning has deep personal <br />
interest to Josh; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new mathematics. <br />
<br />
2.6.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public.<br />
<br />
2.6.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Wednesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.6.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.6.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for discussion of and instruction in machine learning. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose.<br />
<br />
2.6.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.7 German Class ===<br />
<br />
2.7.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
German language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/German <br />
<br />
2.7.b The activity is run by Charlotte, who has a BA and MA in German and ten years of experience as an instructor. Charlotte has taught workshops on creative games and activities for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and using multiple intelligences for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and pain-free classroom management. She taught college, high<br />
school, Business German, German for children (ages 6 to 18) both for<br />
children of native speakers and non-native speakers.<br />
<br />
2.7.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.7.d The activity is conducted every Thursday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.7.e The teaching of German is of interest to Charlotte.<br />
<br />
2.7.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.7.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.7.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.7.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space. (b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art. (c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology. (d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.7.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
=== 2.8 Professional VFX Compositing With Adobe After Effects Class ===<br />
<br />
2.8.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer program Adobe After Effects. After Effects is a program used for video editing and video effects (“VFX”). See the program description on the web here:<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Professional_VFX_Compositing_With_Adobe_After_Effects <br />
<br />
2.8.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Aaron Muszalski. Aaron is a professional Visual Effects Artist, who formerly<br />
worked at Industrial Light + Magic. Aaron currently teaches classes in VFX<br />
at the San Francisco Academy of Art University, including classes on<br />
Compositing, Rotoscoping and Digital Paint. Applications used in my<br />
classes include Photoshop, After Effects, Shake (though less so since<br />
Apple killed it), Commotion, Combustion and Silhouette.<br />
<br />
2.8.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.8.d The activity is conducted the first, second, and fourth Thursdays of each month at <br />
7PM. <br />
<br />
2.8.e The teaching of visual effects generation has deep personal interest to Aaron.<br />
<br />
2.8.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.8.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.8.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.8.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.8.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to use computers to perform video editing. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.8.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.8.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.8.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.9 Science, Engineering, and Design Huddle ===<br />
<br />
2.9.a Noisebridge offers a group brainstorming session for people who have trouble with current design or engineering projects. The session focuses on high level goals for projects to help participants think through problems they are having with carrying out such projects. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Science,_Engineering_%26_Design_Huddle <br />
<br />
<br />
2.9.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Michael Kan. <br />
<br />
2.9.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.9.d The activity is conducted each Thursday at 7PM. <br />
<br />
2.9.e Helping people with their projects is of deep personal interest to Michael Kan.<br />
<br />
2.9.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.9.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.9.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.9.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing time and space for members of the general public to share ideas about engineering projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.9.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.10 Five Minutes of Fame ===<br />
<br />
2.10.a Noisebridge offers an opportunity for members of the general public to give five-minute talks about current projects or areas of interest. These five minute talks are an opportunity for participants to practice public speaking and to seek out potential collaborators on areas of interest. Please see<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame<br />
for a list of previous talks.<br />
<br />
Noisebridge also publishes free videos on YouTube of talks from the Five Minutes of Fame series. Please see<br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
2.10.b The activity is run by Noisebridge members aestetix and Ani Vinow. The main qualifications required to run the activity are the ability to organize people and publicize the activity, which they have shown themselves to have by running the activity for several months. <br />
<br />
2.10.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.10.d The activity is conducted every third Thursday 8PM. <br />
<br />
2.10.e Providing a platform for others to do five minute talks is of interest to Noisebridge members Ani Vinow and aestetix. <br />
<br />
2.10.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.10.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.10.i There is no fee for participation in the activity, either to present a five minute talk or to listen.<br />
<br />
2.10.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.10.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing a platform for members of the general public to present their ideas to a wide audience. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.10.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.11 Mandarin Corner ===<br />
<br />
2.11.a Noisebridge offers group study in the Mandarin Chinese language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Mandarin_Corner <br />
<br />
2.11.b The activity is run by Adam Skory and several other Noisebridge members who have studied Chinese for several years and traveled extensively in China. The participants have a wide range of abilities in speaking and reading/writing Mandarin Chinese.<br />
<br />
2.11.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.11.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
5PM. <br />
<br />
2.11.e Chinese culture and language is of interest to several Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.11.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.11.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.11.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.11.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.11.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.12 Crazy Crypto Night ===<br />
<br />
2.12.a Noisebridge offers a group study session on the theory and practice of cryptography, the science of secret codes. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/CrazyCryptoCnight <br />
<br />
2.12.b The activity is run by its participants.<br />
<br />
2.12.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.12.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.12.e David Molnar, a Noisebridge member and Noisebridge secretary, has a deep personal interest in cryptography.<br />
<br />
2.12.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.12.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.12.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.12.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group study in the science of cryptography. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.12.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
=== 2.13 Cyborg Group Meeting ===<br />
<br />
2.13.a Noisebridge offers a group study and build session focusing on new user interfaces for computers. <br />
<br />
2.13.b The activity is run by the participants.<br />
<br />
2.13.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.13.d The activity is conducted every Sunday at <br />
11AM. <br />
<br />
2.13.e Building new ways to interface with computers is of interest to several Noisebridge members. <br />
<br />
2.13.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.13.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.13.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.13.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group design and build sessions focused on new user interfaces for computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.13.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
=== 2.14 Free Phone ===<br />
<br />
2.14.a Noisebridge offers the ability to make free phone calls from the Noisebridge facility to anywhere in the United States. The phone calls are made from a salvaged pay phone converted to make phone calls over the internet. The salvaged pay phone was found in the garbage in Oakland, California, then rescued and repurposed for offering free phone calls to the general public. Please see our web page regarding the design and operation of the converted pay phone. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Payphone<br />
<br />
<br />
2.14.b The activity is run by Noisebridge member Seth Schoen and various others who help out as needed. <br />
<br />
2.14.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.14.d The activity is available 24/7 within the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.14.e Making free phone calls available to others is of interest to Seth.<br />
<br />
2.14.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering art and technology<br />
to the general public. The pay phone is a specific example of repurposing seemingly obsolete technology for the public benefit. <br />
<br />
2.14.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. Just pick up the phone. <br />
<br />
2.14.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility and wishes make a phone call can participate. In the <br />
event that there is someone already on the phone, a participant needs to wait until that person has hung up.<br />
<br />
2.14.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The phone service is donated to Noisebridge by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity, aside from the benefit of being able to make free phone calls.<br />
<br />
2.14.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. The pay phone itself is mounted in an easily visible location within the Noisebridge facility .<br />
<br />
2.14.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free phone calls to members of the general public.. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.14.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. While the phone service does cost money, this service is paid for and donated by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.14.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
== 2.15 Rent and Utilities for 83C ==<br />
<br />
2.15.a Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for a facility at 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA. This facility is the location for most of Noisebridge's other activities. <br />
<br />
2.15.b The rent and utilities are paid monthly by the Noisebridge Treasurer, Mitch Altman. <br />
<br />
2.15.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.15.d The activity is ongoing. <br />
<br />
2.15.e The facility and its use are of deep personal interest to every member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.15.f The activity is critical to Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public, because it establishes the space where educational activities occur. <br />
<br />
2.15.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the Noisebridge facility. <br />
<br />
2.15.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at a scheduled event time and wishes to <br />
participate in an event participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
In addition, the space is available outside of scheduled events for people to meet informally and exchange information about projects. <br />
<br />
2.15.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. Becoming a Noisebridge member is not required to use the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.15.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. Noisebridge members donate either $40 or $80 per month to Noisebridge to pay for rent and utilities.<br />
<br />
2.15.k Use of the space is free. Noisebridge members have keys to the space, but membership in Noisebridge is not required to obtain a key to the Noisebridge facility. Activities taking place at the Noisebridge facility are advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. Members of the general public are welcome at the space at all times.<br />
<br />
2.15.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for activities by members of Noisebridge and members of the general public. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e),(f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.15.m Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for the 83C facility. Rent is $1975 per month, utilities vary but are roughly $400 per month. This constitutes the main part of the monthly Noisebridge budget.[TODO: fill in exact percentage.]<br />
<br />
2.15.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.15.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
== Question 3: Ownership of Noisebridge Lease ==<br />
<br />
Our facility, 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is <br />
owned by Ahuva Jolish, who is not a member of nor <br />
affiliated in any way with Noisebridge. The facility <br />
is leased to the organization. The lease for 83C <br />
Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is held by <br />
Noisebridge. This is the only facility currently <br />
associated with Noisebridge. All activities <br />
mentioned in our response Question 2 are conducted <br />
at 83C Wiese Street, except for the pending activity <br />
with the San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL <br />
program (section 2.2), which will take place at San <br />
Francisco schools.<br />
<br />
No member of Noisebridge has a direct or indirect <br />
financial interest in the space. We did have a brief <br />
period in October 2008 prior to the incorporation of <br />
Noisebridge when the lease was in the name of <br />
individual members. We immediately re-signed the <br />
lease to transfer the lease to Noisebridge after <br />
incorporation. The lease is now held by Noisebridge <br />
alone.<br />
<br />
== Question 5: Describe Residency Program ==<br />
<br />
We do not currently offer a residency program, but we marked the box on the application because we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer such a program, we envision that the program will consist of inviting an artist or technologist to visit the Noisebridge facility and interact with members of the general public. This interaction would consist of discussions with members of the public present at the Noisebridge facility and leading new activities at the space.<br />
<br />
The resident would not live in the Noisebridge facility. Instead, the person would be housed by a Noisebridge member as part of the program, at no cost to Noisebridge or the person. Noisebridge would pay for the person's expenses and a small reasonable stipend for the person. The specifics of the reimbursement, lodging, and stipend will be determined if and when we offer such a residency program. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 7: Describe Oversight/Selection for Residency ==<br />
<br />
As mentioned in the answer to question 5, we do not currently offer the residency program, but we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer this program, we plan to select potential residents by recommendations from Noisebridge members or members of the general public brought up at Noisebridge general meetings. A committee of Noisebridge members would then review these recommendations, screen for the appearance of conflicts of interest, and make recommendations to the general membership. Noisebridge members would then come to a consensus about the selection of a resident to invite and the duration of the residency. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
=== Previous Visitors Who Exemplify Qualities Desired In Residents ===<br />
<br />
This section describes people who have visited Noisebridge in the past on an informal basis, without any formal support of any kind from Noisebridge, and made significant contributions to the general public and to Noisebridge. Our residency program's goal would be to encourage future interactions of this type. The proposed residency program would make it possible for people like this to visit Noisebridge and lead activities in line with Noisebridge's mission. <br />
<br />
Enki - Founder, metalab, specific expertise in running hacker spaces, pushed us to actually get a space, created Noisebridge Go activity, all kinds of other stuff.<br />
<br />
<br />
Tom - Intern with Mitch, worked on electronics projects, experience with German hacker spaces<br />
<br />
== Question 8: Describe Publication Activities ==<br />
<br />
Noisebridge does not engage in any printed <br />
publication activity. Noisebridge does publish videos of the &quot;Five <br />
Minutes of Fame&quot; lightning talks held at Noisebridge <br />
(see response 2.10 above) on YouTube. See <br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
Noisebridge makes no charge for and derives no <br />
income from this publication activity. Noisebridge acquires no rights in the presenters' work as part of this activity. Noisebridge <br />
posts these videos to further the exempt purposes of <br />
the &quot;Five Minutes of Fame&quot; talk series, as described <br />
above, by making the talks available <br />
to a broad public audience for no cost. All work required to create these videos was donated by Noisebridge members and volunteers.<br />
<br />
== Question 10: Ownership In Name of Noisebridge ==<br />
<br />
The Noisebridge facility and all common tools, equipment, and books are all held in the name of the Noisebridge organization. These tools, equipment, and books are labeled as property of Noisebridge to avoid confusion with private property of members of the general public that may be visiting the Noisebridge facility. All donations made to the organization directly, not to individuals associated with the organization.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/IRS_Response_2009_06IRS Response 2009 062009-06-08T06:41:57Z<p>Jbm: /* Response Context */</p>
<hr />
<div>== Request ==<br />
The IRS responded to our 501(c)3 application with a [http://web.hexapodia.org/~adi/noisebridge/irs-letter-2009-05.pdf request for additional information] (7MB PDF). We are responding as follows.<br />
<br />
== Response Context ==<br />
<br />
Our lawyer has asked us to focus on responses to Questions 2, 3,5, 7,8, and 10 from the IRS request for information. We met with her at 11AM on Friday 6 June 2009. Based on that meeting, we have the following TODOs:<br />
<br />
0) '''TODO''' Write a short paragraph introducing Noisebridge and framing our contributions to the general public. For example, one possible framing is as an &quot;independent community center with a focus on art and technology.&quot;<br />
<br />
1) '''TODO''' Update our budget for 2008 and 2009-to-date in the submission to the IRS to reflect what we actually spent.<br />
<br />
2) '''TODO''' Consolidate the verbiage in the response to avoid repetition, especially for all free activities.<br />
<br />
3) '''TODO''' Directly address the issue of people living at the space, for example with meeting minutes where we discuss no one should live there or statements from people who have politely informed people that living in the space is not ok.<br />
<br />
4) '''TODO''' Clarify residency program<br />
* '''TODO''' Give examples of previous people who would be potential residents, such as Enki and Thomas, including what they contributed to Noisebridge and the general public.<br />
* '''TODO''' Clarify that stipend would be only travel expenses (well, talk about if that's what we want..?)<br />
<br />
5) (done) Make sure ExCEL program advised NB is 501c3 pending, not yet 501c3 (this is DONE)<br />
<br />
6) '''TODO''' Demonstrate publicity is working to attract new people from general public to the space.<br />
* '''TODO''' Collect fliers from Maker Faire.<br />
* '''TODO''' Collect news articles.<br />
* '''TODO''' Collect blog entries from middle school students<br />
* '''TODO''' Give rough estimates of # new members not friends of existing members per month<br />
<br />
7) '''TODO''' Inventory issues<br />
* '''TODO''' Check who is running inventory of books, other NB materials<br />
* '''TODO''' Write paragraph clarifying how NB materials are not the same as individual members' project materials (see Question 10)<br />
<br />
8) '''TODO''' Time matrix - make hours add up to 24 x 7 per week or account for overlapping activities<br />
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== Introductory Paragraph ==<br />
<br />
Noisebridge is an independent community center that focuses on education in art and technology for the general public.<br />
<br />
== Question 2: Time Matrix ==<br />
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Note: I made a one-off gDocs spreadsheet anyone can edit for this, here: [http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=r04ctAsgVjhOuFLr-LLSA_g&amp;hl=en http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=r04ctAsgVjhOuFLr-LLSA_g&amp;hl=en]. Anyone (and I do mean ''anyone'' can edit it) -jbm<br />
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Time usage matrix <br />
<br />
Activity %time (must sum to 100)<br />
<br />
Circuit Hacking Monday <br />
<br />
ExCEL project<br />
<br />
Noisebridge Meeting<br />
<br />
Python Class<br />
<br />
Haskell Class<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Wednesday<br />
<br />
Mandarin Corner<br />
<br />
German <br />
<br />
Design Huddle<br />
<br />
Five Minutes of Fame<br />
<br />
VFX Class<br />
<br />
Crazy Crypto Night<br />
<br />
Cyborg Group<br />
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== Text Response ==<br />
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<br />
== Question 2: Noisebridge Activities ==<br />
<br />
<br />
=== 2.1 Circuit Hacking Monday ===<br />
<br />
2.1.a The activity offers instruction in <br />
&quot;soldering,&quot; which is a basic skill required to <br />
build electronics. The following extended description appears at the <br />
web page advertising the activity, available at <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Circuit_Hacking_Mondays<br />
<br />
&quot;Learn to solder! Mitch will bring kits to make <br />
cool, practical, intriguing, hackable things that <br />
you can bring home after you make it. Of course, you <br />
can also bring your own projects to hack.<br />
<br />
Anyone can learn to solder! Even if you have never <br />
made anything in your life, you can learn this very <br />
useful and enjoyable skill. It really is fun! Mitch <br />
has taught thousands of people to solder all around <br />
the world, and he can teach you, too! Add yourself <br />
to the ever increasing community!&quot;<br />
<br />
2.1.b The instructor is Mitch Altman. Altman's <br />
qualifications include being a founder of 3Ware, <br />
pioneering virtual reality research at VPL Research, <br />
and founding Cornfield Electronics. In addition, <br />
Mitch has run soldering teaching sessions at a <br />
variety of locations across the world. Mitch Altman <br />
is also a Noisebridge member, the Noisebridge <br />
treasurer, and a member of the Noisebridge board of <br />
directors. See his wikipedia entry at<br />
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitch_Altman<br />
<br />
<br />
The instructor is responsible for teaching <br />
participants the skill of soldering. This skill is <br />
fundamental to building electronics. <br />
<br />
The instructor's duties are to greet participants, <br />
then assesses each participant's current level of <br />
skill. The instructor then works with each <br />
participant to improve his or her soldering skills. Typically, this will be done by the participant completing a small project under the supervision of the instructor.<br />
<br />
2.1.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility, located at 83C Wiese Street, <br />
San Francisco, CA. <br />
<br />
2.1.d The activity is conducted every Monday night <br />
from 8:30PM until participants agree to stop. <br />
<br />
2.1.e The instructors deeply believe in teaching <br />
anyone who wants to learn the basic skills required <br />
to build electronics. No instructor receives a <br />
financial benefit or has any financial interest from <br />
the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.f The activity is part of a series of <br />
Noisebridge education activities that are open to <br />
the general public. As such, the activity is <br />
important to Noisebridge's mission and exempt <br />
purposes.<br />
<br />
2.1.g Anyone may participate in the activity. In <br />
particular, participation is not limited to <br />
Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.1.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.1.i Participants may optionally buy kits <br />
containing parts required to build small electronic <br />
devices. Noisebridge charges only the cost of parts. <br />
Noisebridge offers different kits with a range of $7 <br />
to $25. Purchasing such a kit is not required for <br />
participation; participants may bring in their own <br />
electronics projects for soldering instruction. <br />
<br />
During the activity, we also suggest donations to <br />
Noisebridge in the $3 to $5 range per person, but <br />
participation is encouraged even without such <br />
donations. All <br />
donations go directly to Noisebridge. No member of <br />
Noisebridge and no instructor of the activity <br />
receive any financial benefit from the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.k The event is free and readily accessible to <br />
the general public. As described in 2.1.i, <br />
participants may optionally buy kits containing <br />
parts for small devices and may optionally donate to <br />
Noisebridge, but there is no fee for participation. <br />
<br />
Noisebridge advertises the event on the front page <br />
of its web site http://noisebridge.net . Instructors <br />
also send periodic reminders of the activity to <br />
electronic mailing lists run by Noisebridge and to <br />
other electronic mailing lists. Noisebridge has also <br />
advertised the event at Maker Faire 2009, a public <br />
event held 29 and 30 May 2009 at the San Mateo <br />
Fairgrounds, as part of a booth at the fair. <br />
<br />
2.1.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.1.m Noisebridge dedicates 0% of total general <br />
funds to this activity. Specifically, no labor costs <br />
are involved in the activity because the instructor <br />
donates his time. Costs for parts are covered by the <br />
participants, either in the form of their own <br />
electronics projects or in the purchase of optional <br />
electronics kits. Noisebridge does pay for the rent <br />
of the facility used for this activity, but the rent <br />
money is not specifically earmarked for this <br />
activity.<br />
<br />
2.1.n Some of the kits available for purchase during the activity are designed by Cornfield Electronics, which is a company founded by the instructor and Noisebridge treasurer Mitch Altman. Cornfield Electronics donates the design of the kits, including the list of parts required and instructions for assembly to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.1.o See matrix of time attached.<br />
<br />
=== 2.2 San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL Project (Pending Activity) ===<br />
<br />
2.2.a Noisebridge recently partnered with Teach Me <br />
To Make to propose after-school instruction in basic <br />
electronics for children in the San Francisco <br />
Unified School District (SFUSD). The proposal has <br />
been filed with the ExCEL program of SFUSD. <br />
Noisebridge is currently waiting for a response from <br />
the ExCEL program. <br />
<br />
We have a page on the Noisebridge web site dedicated <br />
to this effort: <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Sfusd_excel_program<br />
<br />
The page links to a detailed proposal, including <br />
budget, to the SFUSD ExCEL program. The proposal is <br />
also attached to this response to the request for <br />
information.<br />
<br />
2.2.b From the proposal:<br />
<br />
&quot;Our organizations [Noisebridge and Teach Me To <br />
Make] include a great many members covering a wide <br />
range of skills, experiences, and areas of <br />
expertise. While many may participate in the ExCEL <br />
program as guest speakers, a much smaller subset <br />
will be the formal instructional personnel.<br />
<br />
Teachers are chosen on the basis of knowledge, <br />
interpersonal skills, and the ability to impart <br />
their knowledge to students in a clear, easy-to-<br />
follow manner. To participate in this program, <br />
teachers must show sensitivity to the needs and <br />
understanding of different students, and must be <br />
able to explain concepts in alternate ways <br />
appropriate to each students. Teachers must be <br />
patient, good listeners, and respectful.&quot;<br />
Please also see the attached proposal.<br />
<br />
'''Qualification, Position descriptions, and duties for parties involved'''<br />
<br />
* Lee Sonko - Coordinator and instructor. Lee has taught computer classes to adults children, he had held a substitute teacher certification in New Jersey, he has managed and owned businesses requiring coordination of activities.<br />
<br />
* Michael Shiloh - Coordinator and instructor.<br />
<br />
* J.D. Zamfirescu - Coordinator and instructor.<br />
<br />
* Mitch Altman - Coordinator and instructor.<br />
<br />
* Other members of Noisebridge - instructors.<br />
<br />
<br />
2.2.c The activity will be conducted at local <br />
schools of the San Francisco Unified School <br />
District. Specific schools will be established if <br />
the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.d The time of the activity will be established <br />
jointly by Noisebridge, Teach Me To Make, and <br />
SFUSDif the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.e The Noisebridge members involved with the <br />
proposal have a deep and passionate commitment to <br />
teaching others basic electronic skills. In <br />
addition, the proposal includes financial <br />
compensation for time spent teaching. Please refer <br />
to the attached proposal budget for details. <br />
<br />
2.2.f The activity forms part of Noisebridge's <br />
efforts at outreach to the general public. Because <br />
this activity will, if accepted by SFUSD, take <br />
Noisebridge's educational mission directly to <br />
children in their schools, the activity is <br />
significant. <br />
<br />
2.2.g School children enrolled in participating <br />
schools within the SFUSD may participate.<br />
<br />
2.2.h If the proposed activity is accepted by SFUSD, <br />
Noisebridge will work with SFUSD to determine <br />
criteria for selecting participants in the event.<br />
<br />
2.2.i Please see attached budget.<br />
<br />
2.2.j Yes, the proposal budget includes $3840 <br />
compensation for teaching time for an electronics <br />
teacher, as shown in the attached budget. <br />
<br />
2.2.k The activity, if accepted by SFUSD, will be <br />
free and accessible to students enrolled in schools <br />
of the SFUSD. The activity will be advertised by <br />
participating schools.<br />
<br />
2.2.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing instruction to public <br />
school children in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purposes. <br />
<br />
<br />
2.2.m Noisebridge devotes no funds directly to this <br />
activity. Funding for the activity, if approved, <br />
will comes from the ExCEL program of the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.n The proposal is joint between Noisebridge and <br />
Teach Me To Make. One principal of Teach Me <br />
To Make, Michael Shiloh, is also a member of Noisebridge, but Teach <br />
Me To Make is a separate organization. For more information on Teach Me To Make, see their web site<br />
http://www.teachmetomake.com/ <br />
<br />
2.2.o See attached matrix.<br />
<br />
== Noisebridge Free Activities ==<br />
<br />
The following activities fall under Noisebridge &quot;Free Activities.&quot; For all Free Activities, unless noted, the following answers to Question 2(b),(c),(d),(e),(f),(g) apply. <br />
<br />
=== 2.3 Python Class ===<br />
<br />
2.3.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Python. Python is a popular <br />
language used in developing new web sites.<br />
Please see attached class announcements distributed <br />
to Noisebridge electronic mailing lists. <br />
<br />
2.3.b The activity was created by Noisebridge member <br />
Asheesh Laroia. Asheesh is a professional programmer <br />
and startup founder with several years of experience <br />
working in Python. Asheesh led the first round of <br />
classes.<br />
<br />
Currently the activity is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Daniel C. Silverstein. Daniel holds a bachelors<br />
degree in computer science from the University of<br />
California at Berkeley, and is a professional programmer <br />
with deep expertise in building large scalable web <br />
services. Daniel has over a decade of experience<br />
with a variety of programming languages including<br />
several years working in Python. <br />
<br />
2.3.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.3.d The activity is conducted every Monday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.3.e The teaching of Python has deep personal <br />
interest to Asheesh and Dan; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.3.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.3.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.3.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.3.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
2.3.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.3.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.3.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.4 Haskell Class ===<br />
<br />
2.4.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Haskell. Haskell is a language <br />
noted for its stress on a &quot;pure functional&quot; style, <br />
which differs significantly from traditional <br />
computer languages. <br />
<br />
2.4.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Jason Dusek. <br />
<br />
2.4.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.4.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.4.e The teaching of Haskell has deep personal <br />
interest to Jason; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.4.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.4.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.4.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.4.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.4.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
=== 2.5 Noisebridge Weekly Meeting ===<br />
<br />
2.5.a Noisebridge hosts an open weekly meeting to discuss current issues of interest to the general public and to members of Noisebridge. The weekly meeting is the method used by Noisebridge to bring up questions for discussion and resolution by the Noisebridge membership. <br />
<br />
2.5.b All members of the general public may participate in the activity. Decisions are made by consensus. Members of Noisebridge may block consensus, causing no action to be taken on a specific issue, while members of the general public may not. <br />
<br />
2.5.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.5.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.5.e Every member of Noisebridge has an interest in the weekly meeting because it is where decisions are made about the direction of Noisebridge.<br />
<br />
2.5.f The activity is critical because it determines what other activities will be carried out as part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.5.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. To block consensus, however, a person must be a member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.5.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.5.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.5.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.5.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes. (g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by directing Noisebridge's future efforts and projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e), (f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.5.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
=== 2.6 Machine Learning Wednesday ===<br />
<br />
2.6.a Noisebridge offers instruction in and group discussion time for statistics, mathematics, and programming techniques related to the field of “machine learning.” <br />
<br />
2.6.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Josh Myer. Josh has a degree in mathematics (the underpinnings of Machine Learning), and three years of industry experience using machine learning techniques. He is a professional programmer working for The Mechanical Zoo. His day job involves machine learning as part of working on a product called Aardvark. His duties as coordinator of Machine Learning Wednesday entail both soliciting/coordinating speakers (from within the noisebridge community) and preparing lectures and activities.<br />
<br />
2.6.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.6.d The activity is conducted every Wednesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.6.e The teaching of Machine Learning has deep personal <br />
interest to Josh; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new mathematics. <br />
<br />
2.6.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public.<br />
<br />
2.6.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Wednesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.6.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.6.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for discussion of and instruction in machine learning. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose.<br />
<br />
2.6.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.7 German Class ===<br />
<br />
2.7.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
German language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/German <br />
<br />
2.7.b The activity is run by Charlotte, who has a BA and MA in German and ten years of experience as an instructor. Charlotte has taught workshops on creative games and activities for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and using multiple intelligences for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and pain-free classroom management. She taught college, high<br />
school, Business German, German for children (ages 6 to 18) both for<br />
children of native speakers and non-native speakers.<br />
<br />
2.7.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.7.d The activity is conducted every Thursday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.7.e The teaching of German is of interest to Charlotte.<br />
<br />
2.7.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.7.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.7.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.7.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space. (b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art. (c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology. (d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.7.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
=== 2.8 Professional VFX Compositing With Adobe After Effects Class ===<br />
<br />
2.8.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer program Adobe After Effects. After Effects is a program used for video editing and video effects (“VFX”). See the program description on the web here:<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Professional_VFX_Compositing_With_Adobe_After_Effects <br />
<br />
2.8.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Aaron Muszalski. Aaron is a professional Visual Effects Artist, who formerly<br />
worked at Industrial Light + Magic. Aaron currently teaches classes in VFX<br />
at the San Francisco Academy of Art University, including classes on<br />
Compositing, Rotoscoping and Digital Paint. Applications used in my<br />
classes include Photoshop, After Effects, Shake (though less so since<br />
Apple killed it), Commotion, Combustion and Silhouette.<br />
<br />
2.8.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.8.d The activity is conducted the first, second, and fourth Thursdays of each month at <br />
7PM. <br />
<br />
2.8.e The teaching of visual effects generation has deep personal interest to Aaron.<br />
<br />
2.8.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.8.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.8.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.8.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.8.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to use computers to perform video editing. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.8.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.8.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.8.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.9 Science, Engineering, and Design Huddle ===<br />
<br />
2.9.a Noisebridge offers a group brainstorming session for people who have trouble with current design or engineering projects. The session focuses on high level goals for projects to help participants think through problems they are having with carrying out such projects. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Science,_Engineering_%26_Design_Huddle <br />
<br />
<br />
2.9.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Michael Kan. <br />
<br />
2.9.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.9.d The activity is conducted each Thursday at 7PM. <br />
<br />
2.9.e Helping people with their projects is of deep personal interest to Michael Kan.<br />
<br />
2.9.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.9.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.9.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.9.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing time and space for members of the general public to share ideas about engineering projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.9.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.10 Five Minutes of Fame ===<br />
<br />
2.10.a Noisebridge offers an opportunity for members of the general public to give five-minute talks about current projects or areas of interest. These five minute talks are an opportunity for participants to practice public speaking and to seek out potential collaborators on areas of interest. Please see<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame<br />
for a list of previous talks.<br />
<br />
Noisebridge also publishes free videos on YouTube of talks from the Five Minutes of Fame series. Please see<br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
2.10.b The activity is run by Noisebridge members aestetix and Ani Vinow. The main qualifications required to run the activity are the ability to organize people and publicize the activity, which they have shown themselves to have by running the activity for several months. <br />
<br />
2.10.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.10.d The activity is conducted every third Thursday 8PM. <br />
<br />
2.10.e Providing a platform for others to do five minute talks is of interest to Noisebridge members Ani Vinow and aestetix. <br />
<br />
2.10.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.10.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.10.i There is no fee for participation in the activity, either to present a five minute talk or to listen.<br />
<br />
2.10.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.10.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing a platform for members of the general public to present their ideas to a wide audience. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.10.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.11 Mandarin Corner ===<br />
<br />
2.11.a Noisebridge offers group study in the Mandarin Chinese language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Mandarin_Corner <br />
<br />
2.11.b The activity is run by Adam Skory and several other Noisebridge members who have studied Chinese for several years and traveled extensively in China. The participants have a wide range of abilities in speaking and reading/writing Mandarin Chinese.<br />
<br />
2.11.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.11.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
5PM. <br />
<br />
2.11.e Chinese culture and language is of interest to several Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.11.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.11.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.11.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.11.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.11.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.12 Crazy Crypto Night ===<br />
<br />
2.12.a Noisebridge offers a group study session on the theory and practice of cryptography, the science of secret codes. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/CrazyCryptoCnight <br />
<br />
2.12.b The activity is run by its participants.<br />
<br />
2.12.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.12.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.12.e David Molnar, a Noisebridge member and Noisebridge secretary, has a deep personal interest in cryptography.<br />
<br />
2.12.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.12.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.12.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.12.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group study in the science of cryptography. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.12.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
=== 2.13 Cyborg Group Meeting ===<br />
<br />
2.13.a Noisebridge offers a group study and build session focusing on new user interfaces for computers. <br />
<br />
2.13.b The activity is run by the participants.<br />
<br />
2.13.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.13.d The activity is conducted every Sunday at <br />
11AM. <br />
<br />
2.13.e Building new ways to interface with computers is of interest to several Noisebridge members. <br />
<br />
2.13.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.13.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.13.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.13.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group design and build sessions focused on new user interfaces for computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.13.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
=== 2.14 Free Phone ===<br />
<br />
2.14.a Noisebridge offers the ability to make free phone calls from the Noisebridge facility to anywhere in the United States. The phone calls are made from a salvaged pay phone converted to make phone calls over the internet. The salvaged pay phone was found in the garbage in Oakland, California, then rescued and repurposed for offering free phone calls to the general public. Please see our web page regarding the design and operation of the converted pay phone. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Payphone<br />
<br />
<br />
2.14.b The activity is run by Noisebridge member Seth Schoen and various others who help out as needed. <br />
<br />
2.14.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.14.d The activity is available 24/7 within the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.14.e Making free phone calls available to others is of interest to Seth.<br />
<br />
2.14.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering art and technology<br />
to the general public. The pay phone is a specific example of repurposing seemingly obsolete technology for the public benefit. <br />
<br />
2.14.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. Just pick up the phone. <br />
<br />
2.14.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility and wishes make a phone call can participate. In the <br />
event that there is someone already on the phone, a participant needs to wait until that person has hung up.<br />
<br />
2.14.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The phone service is donated to Noisebridge by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity, aside from the benefit of being able to make free phone calls.<br />
<br />
2.14.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. The pay phone itself is mounted in an easily visible location within the Noisebridge facility .<br />
<br />
2.14.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free phone calls to members of the general public.. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.14.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. While the phone service does cost money, this service is paid for and donated by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.14.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
== 2.15 Rent and Utilities for 83C ==<br />
<br />
2.15.a Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for a facility at 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA. This facility is the location for most of Noisebridge's other activities. <br />
<br />
2.15.b The rent and utilities are paid monthly by the Noisebridge Treasurer, Mitch Altman. <br />
<br />
2.15.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.15.d The activity is ongoing. <br />
<br />
2.15.e The facility and its use are of deep personal interest to every member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.15.f The activity is critical to Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public, because it establishes the space where educational activities occur. <br />
<br />
2.15.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the Noisebridge facility. <br />
<br />
2.15.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at a scheduled event time and wishes to <br />
participate in an event participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
In addition, the space is available outside of scheduled events for people to meet informally and exchange information about projects. <br />
<br />
2.15.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. Becoming a Noisebridge member is not required to use the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.15.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. Noisebridge members donate either $40 or $80 per month to Noisebridge to pay for rent and utilities.<br />
<br />
2.15.k Use of the space is free. Noisebridge members have keys to the space, but membership in Noisebridge is not required to obtain a key to the Noisebridge facility. Activities taking place at the Noisebridge facility are advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. Members of the general public are welcome at the space at all times.<br />
<br />
2.15.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for activities by members of Noisebridge and members of the general public. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e),(f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.15.m Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for the 83C facility. Rent is $1975 per month, utilities vary but are roughly $400 per month. This constitutes the main part of the monthly Noisebridge budget.[TODO: fill in exact percentage.]<br />
<br />
2.15.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.15.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
== Question 3: Ownership of Noisebridge Lease ==<br />
<br />
Our facility, 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is <br />
owned by Ahuva Jolish, who is not a member of nor <br />
affiliated in any way with Noisebridge. The facility <br />
is leased to the organization. The lease for 83C <br />
Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is held by <br />
Noisebridge. This is the only facility currently <br />
associated with Noisebridge. All activities <br />
mentioned in our response Question 2 are conducted <br />
at 83C Wiese Street, except for the pending activity <br />
with the San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL <br />
program (section 2.2), which will take place at San <br />
Francisco schools.<br />
<br />
No member of Noisebridge has a direct or indirect <br />
financial interest in the space. We did have a brief <br />
period in October 2008 prior to the incorporation of <br />
Noisebridge when the lease was in the name of <br />
individual members. We immediately re-signed the <br />
lease to transfer the lease to Noisebridge after <br />
incorporation. The lease is now held by Noisebridge <br />
alone.<br />
<br />
== Question 5: Describe Residency Program ==<br />
<br />
We do not currently offer a residency program, but we marked the box on the application because we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer such a program, we envision that the program will consist of inviting an artist or technologist to visit the Noisebridge facility and interact with members of the general public. This interaction would consist of discussions with members of the public present at the Noisebridge facility and leading new activities at the space.<br />
<br />
The resident would not live in the Noisebridge facility. Instead, the person would be housed by a Noisebridge member as part of the program, at no cost to Noisebridge or the person. Noisebridge would pay for the person's expenses and a small reasonable stipend for the person. The specifics of the reimbursement, lodging, and stipend will be determined if and when we offer such a residency program. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 7: Describe Oversight/Selection for Residency ==<br />
<br />
As mentioned in the answer to question 5, we do not currently offer the residency program, but we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer this program, we plan to select potential residents by recommendations from Noisebridge members or members of the general public brought up at Noisebridge general meetings. A committee of Noisebridge members would then review these recommendations, screen for the appearance of conflicts of interest, and make recommendations to the general membership. Noisebridge members would then come to a consensus about the selection of a resident to invite and the duration of the residency. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
=== Previous Visitors Who Exemplify Qualities Desired In Residents ===<br />
<br />
This section describes people who have visited Noisebridge in the past on an informal basis, without any formal support of any kind from Noisebridge, and made significant contributions to the general public and to Noisebridge. Our residency program's goal would be to encourage future interactions of this type. The proposed residency program would make it possible for people like this to visit Noisebridge and lead activities in line with Noisebridge's mission. <br />
<br />
Enki - Founder, metalab, specific expertise in running hacker spaces, pushed us to actually get a space, created Noisebridge Go activity, all kinds of other stuff.<br />
<br />
<br />
Tom - Intern with Mitch, worked on electronics projects, experience with German hacker spaces<br />
<br />
== Question 8: Describe Publication Activities ==<br />
<br />
Noisebridge does not engage in any printed <br />
publication activity. Noisebridge does publish videos of the &quot;Five <br />
Minutes of Fame&quot; lightning talks held at Noisebridge <br />
(see response 2.10 above) on YouTube. See <br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
Noisebridge makes no charge for and derives no <br />
income from this publication activity. Noisebridge acquires no rights in the presenters' work as part of this activity. Noisebridge <br />
posts these videos to further the exempt purposes of <br />
the &quot;Five Minutes of Fame&quot; talk series, as described <br />
above, by making the talks available <br />
to a broad public audience for no cost. All work required to create these videos was donated by Noisebridge members and volunteers.<br />
<br />
== Question 10: Ownership In Name of Noisebridge ==<br />
<br />
The Noisebridge facility and all common tools, equipment, and books are all held in the name of the Noisebridge organization. These tools, equipment, and books are labeled as property of Noisebridge to avoid confusion with private property of members of the general public that may be visiting the Noisebridge facility. All donations made to the organization directly, not to individuals associated with the organization.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/IRS_Response_2009_06IRS Response 2009 062009-06-05T07:26:12Z<p>Jbm: /* 2.6 Machine Learning Wednesday */ Flesh out 2.6.b (Why Josh is qualified, and what Josh does)</p>
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<div>== Request ==<br />
The IRS responded to our 501(c)3 application with a [http://web.hexapodia.org/~adi/noisebridge/irs-letter-2009-05.pdf request for additional information] (7MB PDF). We are responding as follows.<br />
<br />
== Response Context ==<br />
<br />
Our lawyer has asked us to focus on responses to Questions 2, 3,5, 7,8, and 10 from the IRS request for information. We meet with her at 11AM on Friday 6 June 2009. Please iterate on this response before then.<br />
<br />
Things we specifically need: <br />
0) add activities performed at Noisebridge but not currently mentioned in Question 2<br />
1) fill in Time Matrix as part of Question 2<br />
<br />
== Question 2: Time Matrix ==<br />
<br />
Note: I made a one-off gDocs spreadsheet anyone can edit for this, here: [http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=r04ctAsgVjhOuFLr-LLSA_g&amp;hl=en http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=r04ctAsgVjhOuFLr-LLSA_g&amp;hl=en]. Anyone (and I do mean ''anyone'' can edit it) -jbm<br />
<br />
Time usage matrix <br />
<br />
Activity %time (must sum to 100)<br />
<br />
Circuit Hacking Monday <br />
<br />
ExCEL project<br />
<br />
Noisebridge Meeting<br />
<br />
Python Class<br />
<br />
Haskell Class<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Wednesday<br />
<br />
Mandarin Corner<br />
<br />
German <br />
<br />
Design Huddle<br />
<br />
Five Minutes of Fame<br />
<br />
VFX Class<br />
<br />
Crazy Crypto Night<br />
<br />
Cyborg Group<br />
<br />
== Text Response ==<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 2: Noisebridge Activities ==<br />
<br />
=== 2.1 Circuit Hacking Monday ===<br />
<br />
2.1.a The activity offers instruction in <br />
&quot;soldering,&quot; which is a basic skill required to <br />
build electronics. The following extended description appears at the <br />
web page advertising the activity, available at <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Circuit_Hacking_Mondays<br />
<br />
&quot;Learn to solder! Mitch will bring kits to make <br />
cool, practical, intriguing, hackable things that <br />
you can bring home after you make it. Of course, you <br />
can also bring your own projects to hack.<br />
<br />
Anyone can learn to solder! Even if you have never <br />
made anything in your life, you can learn this very <br />
useful and enjoyable skill. It really is fun! Mitch <br />
has taught thousands of people to solder all around <br />
the world, and he can teach you, too! Add yourself <br />
to the ever increasing community!&quot;<br />
<br />
2.1.b The instructor is Mitch Altman. Altman's <br />
qualifications include being a founder of 3Ware, <br />
pioneering virtual reality research at VPL Research, <br />
and founding Cornfield Electronics. In addition, <br />
Mitch has run soldering teaching sessions at a <br />
variety of locations across the world. Mitch Altman <br />
is also a Noisebridge member, the Noisebridge <br />
treasurer, and a member of the Noisebridge board of <br />
directors. See his wikipedia entry at<br />
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitch_Altman<br />
<br />
<br />
The instructor is responsible for teaching <br />
participants the skill of soldering. This skill is <br />
fundamental to building electronics. <br />
<br />
The instructor's duties are to greet participants, <br />
then assesses each participant's current level of <br />
skill. The instructor then works with each <br />
participant to improve his or her soldering skills. Typically, this will be done by the participant completing a small project under the supervision of the instructor.<br />
<br />
2.1.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility, located at 83C Wiese Street, <br />
San Francisco, CA. <br />
<br />
2.1.d The activity is conducted every Monday night <br />
from 8:30PM until participants agree to stop. <br />
<br />
2.1.e The instructors deeply believe in teaching <br />
anyone who wants to learn the basic skills required <br />
to build electronics. No instructor receives a <br />
financial benefit or has any financial interest from <br />
the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.f The activity is part of a series of <br />
Noisebridge education activities that are open to <br />
the general public. As such, the activity is <br />
important to Noisebridge's mission and exempt <br />
purposes.<br />
<br />
2.1.g Anyone may participate in the activity. In <br />
particular, participation is not limited to <br />
Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.1.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.1.i Participants may optionally buy kits <br />
containing parts required to build small electronic <br />
devices. Noisebridge charges only the cost of parts. <br />
Noisebridge offers different kits with a range of $7 <br />
to $25. Purchasing such a kit is not required for <br />
participation; participants may bring in their own <br />
electronics projects for soldering instruction. <br />
<br />
During the activity, we also suggest donations to <br />
Noisebridge in the $3 to $5 range per person, but <br />
participation is encouraged even without such <br />
donations. All <br />
donations go directly to Noisebridge. No member of <br />
Noisebridge and no instructor of the activity <br />
receive any financial benefit from the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.k The event is free and readily accessible to <br />
the general public. As described in 2.1.i, <br />
participants may optionally buy kits containing <br />
parts for small devices and may optionally donate to <br />
Noisebridge, but there is no fee for participation. <br />
<br />
Noisebridge advertises the event on the front page <br />
of its web site http://noisebridge.net . Instructors <br />
also send periodic reminders of the activity to <br />
electronic mailing lists run by Noisebridge and to <br />
other electronic mailing lists. Noisebridge has also <br />
advertised the event at Maker Faire 2009, a public <br />
event held 29 and 30 May 2009 at the San Mateo <br />
Fairgrounds, as part of a booth at the fair. <br />
<br />
2.1.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.1.m Noisebridge dedicates 0% of total general <br />
funds to this activity. Specifically, no labor costs <br />
are involved in the activity because the instructor <br />
donates his time. Costs for parts are covered by the <br />
participants, either in the form of their own <br />
electronics projects or in the purchase of optional <br />
electronics kits. Noisebridge does pay for the rent <br />
of the facility used for this activity, but the rent <br />
money is not specifically earmarked for this <br />
activity.<br />
<br />
2.1.n Some of the kits available for purchase during the activity are designed by Cornfield Electronics, which is a company founded by the instructor and Noisebridge treasurer Mitch Altman. Cornfield Electronics donates the design of the kits, including the list of parts required and instructions for assembly to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.1.o See matrix of time attached. <br />
<br />
=== 2.2 San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL Project (Pending Activity) ===<br />
<br />
2.2.a Noisebridge recently partnered with Teach Me <br />
To Make to propose after-school instruction in basic <br />
electronics for children in the San Francisco <br />
Unified School District (SFUSD). The proposal has <br />
been filed with the ExCEL program of SFUSD. <br />
Noisebridge is currently waiting for a response from <br />
the ExCEL program. <br />
<br />
We have a page on the Noisebridge web site dedicated <br />
to this effort: <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Sfusd_excel_program<br />
<br />
The page links to a detailed proposal, including <br />
budget, to the SFUSD ExCEL program. The proposal is <br />
also attached to this response to the request for <br />
information.<br />
<br />
2.2.b From the proposal:<br />
<br />
&quot;Our organizations [Noisebridge and Teach Me To <br />
Make] include a great many members covering a wide <br />
range of skills, experiences, and areas of <br />
expertise. While many may participate in the ExCEL <br />
program as guest speakers, a much smaller subset <br />
will be the formal instructional personnel.<br />
<br />
Teachers are chosen on the basis of knowledge, <br />
interpersonal skills, and the ability to impart <br />
their knowledge to students in a clear, easy-to-<br />
follow manner. To participate in this program, <br />
teachers must show sensitivity to the needs and <br />
understanding of different students, and must be <br />
able to explain concepts in alternate ways <br />
appropriate to each students. Teachers must be <br />
patient, good listeners, and respectful.&quot;<br />
Please also see the attached proposal.<br />
<br />
'''Qualification, Position descriptions, and duties for parties involved'''<br />
<br />
* Lee Sonko - Coordinator and instructor. Lee has taught computer classes to adults children, he had held a substitute teacher certification in New Jersey, he has managed and owned businesses requiring coordination of activities.<br />
<br />
* Michael Shiloh - Coordinator and instructor.<br />
<br />
* J.D. Zamfirescu - Coordinator and instructor.<br />
<br />
* Mitch Altman - Coordinator and instructor.<br />
<br />
* Other members of Noisebridge - instructors.<br />
<br />
<br />
2.2.c The activity will be conducted at local <br />
schools of the San Francisco Unified School <br />
District. Specific schools will be established if <br />
the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.d The time of the activity will be established <br />
jointly by Noisebridge, Teach Me To Make, and <br />
SFUSDif the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.e The Noisebridge members involved with the <br />
proposal have a deep and passionate commitment to <br />
teaching others basic electronic skills. In <br />
addition, the proposal includes financial <br />
compensation for time spent teaching. Please refer <br />
to the attached proposal budget for details. <br />
<br />
2.2.f The activity forms part of Noisebridge's <br />
efforts at outreach to the general public. Because <br />
this activity will, if accepted by SFUSD, take <br />
Noisebridge's educational mission directly to <br />
children in their schools, the activity is <br />
significant. <br />
<br />
2.2.g School children enrolled in participating <br />
schools within the SFUSD may participate.<br />
<br />
2.2.h If the proposed activity is accepted by SFUSD, <br />
Noisebridge will work with SFUSD to determine <br />
criteria for selecting participants in the event.<br />
<br />
2.2.i Please see attached budget.<br />
<br />
2.2.j Yes, the proposal budget includes $3840 <br />
compensation for teaching time for an electronics <br />
teacher, as shown in the attached budget. <br />
<br />
2.2.k The activity, if accepted by SFUSD, will be <br />
free and accessible to students enrolled in schools <br />
of the SFUSD. The activity will be advertised by <br />
participating schools.<br />
<br />
2.2.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing instruction to public <br />
school children in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purposes. <br />
<br />
<br />
2.2.m Noisebridge devotes no funds directly to this <br />
activity. Funding for the activity, if approved, <br />
will comes from the ExCEL program of the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.n The proposal is joint between Noisebridge and <br />
Teach Me To Make. One principal of Teach Me <br />
To Make, Michael Shiloh, is also a member of Noisebridge, but Teach <br />
Me To Make is a separate organization. For more information on Teach Me To Make, see their web site<br />
http://www.teachmetomake.com/ <br />
<br />
2.2.o See attached matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.3 Python Class ===<br />
<br />
2.3.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Python. Python is a popular <br />
language used in developing new web sites.<br />
Please see attached class announcements distributed <br />
to Noisebridge electronic mailing lists. <br />
<br />
2.3.b The activity was created by Noisebridge member <br />
Asheesh Laroia. Asheesh is a professional programmer <br />
and startup founder with several years of experience <br />
working in Python. Asheesh led the first round of <br />
classes.<br />
<br />
Currently the activity is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Daniel C. Silverstein. Daniel holds a bachelors<br />
degree in computer science from the University of<br />
California at Berkeley, and is a professional programmer <br />
with deep expertise in building large scalable web <br />
services. Daniel has over a decade of experience<br />
with a variety of programming languages including<br />
several years working in Python. <br />
<br />
2.3.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.3.d The activity is conducted every Monday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.3.e The teaching of Python has deep personal <br />
interest to Asheesh and Dan; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.3.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.3.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.3.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.3.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
2.3.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.3.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.3.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.4 Haskell Class ===<br />
<br />
2.4.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Haskell. Haskell is a language <br />
noted for its stress on a &quot;pure functional&quot; style, <br />
which differs significantly from traditional <br />
computer languages. <br />
<br />
2.4.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Jason Dusek. <br />
<br />
2.4.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.4.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.4.e The teaching of Haskell has deep personal <br />
interest to Jason; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.4.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.4.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.4.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.4.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.4.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
=== 2.5 Noisebridge Weekly Meeting ===<br />
<br />
2.5.a Noisebridge hosts an open weekly meeting to discuss current issues of interest to the general public and to members of Noisebridge. The weekly meeting is the method used by Noisebridge to bring up questions for discussion and resolution by the Noisebridge membership. <br />
<br />
2.5.b All members of the general public may participate in the activity. Decisions are made by consensus. Members of Noisebridge may block consensus, causing no action to be taken on a specific issue, while members of the general public may not. <br />
<br />
2.5.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.5.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.5.e Every member of Noisebridge has an interest in the weekly meeting because it is where decisions are made about the direction of Noisebridge.<br />
<br />
2.5.f The activity is critical because it determines what other activities will be carried out as part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.5.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. To block consensus, however, a person must be a member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.5.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.5.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.5.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.5.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes. (g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by directing Noisebridge's future efforts and projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e), (f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.5.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
=== 2.6 Machine Learning Wednesday ===<br />
<br />
2.6.a Noisebridge offers instruction in and group discussion time for statistics, mathematics, and programming techniques related to the field of “machine learning.” <br />
<br />
2.6.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Josh Myer. Josh has a degree in mathematics (the underpinnings of Machine Learning), and three years of industry experience using machine learning techniques. He is a professional programmer working for The Mechanical Zoo. His day job involves machine learning as part of working on a product called Aardvark. His duties as coordinator of Machine Learning Wednesday entail both soliciting/coordinating speakers (from within the noisebridge community) and preparing lectures and activities.<br />
<br />
2.6.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.6.d The activity is conducted every Wednesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.6.e The teaching of Machine Learning has deep personal <br />
interest to Josh; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new mathematics. <br />
<br />
2.6.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public.<br />
<br />
2.6.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Wednesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.6.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.6.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for discussion of and instruction in machine learning. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose.<br />
<br />
2.6.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.7 German Class ===<br />
<br />
2.7.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
German language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/German <br />
<br />
2.7.b The activity is run by Charlotte, who has a BA and MA in German and ten years of experience as an instructor. Charlotte has taught workshops on creative games and activities for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and using multiple intelligences for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and pain-free classroom management. She taught college, high<br />
school, Business German, German for children (ages 6 to 18) both for<br />
children of native speakers and non-native speakers.<br />
<br />
2.7.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.7.d The activity is conducted every Thursday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.7.e The teaching of German is of interest to Charlotte.<br />
<br />
2.7.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.7.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.7.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.7.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space. (b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art. (c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology. (d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.7.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
=== 2.8 Professional VFX Compositing With Adobe After Effects Class ===<br />
<br />
2.8.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer program Adobe After Effects. After Effects is a program used for video editing and video effects (“VFX”). See the program description on the web here:<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Professional_VFX_Compositing_With_Adobe_After_Effects <br />
<br />
2.8.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Aaron Muszalski. Aaron is a professional Visual Effects Artist, who formerly<br />
worked at Industrial Light + Magic. Aaron currently teaches classes in VFX<br />
at the San Francisco Academy of Art University, including classes on<br />
Compositing, Rotoscoping and Digital Paint. Applications used in my<br />
classes include Photoshop, After Effects, Shake (though less so since<br />
Apple killed it), Commotion, Combustion and Silhouette.<br />
<br />
2.8.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.8.d The activity is conducted the first, second, and fourth Thursdays of each month at <br />
7PM. <br />
<br />
2.8.e The teaching of visual effects generation has deep personal interest to Aaron.<br />
<br />
2.8.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.8.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.8.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.8.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.8.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to use computers to perform video editing. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.8.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.8.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.8.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.9 Science, Engineering, and Design Huddle ===<br />
<br />
2.9.a Noisebridge offers a group brainstorming session for people who have trouble with current design or engineering projects. The session focuses on high level goals for projects to help participants think through problems they are having with carrying out such projects. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Science,_Engineering_%26_Design_Huddle <br />
<br />
<br />
2.9.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Michael Kan. <br />
<br />
2.9.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.9.d The activity is conducted each Thursday at 7PM. <br />
<br />
2.9.e Helping people with their projects is of deep personal interest to Michael Kan.<br />
<br />
2.9.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.9.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.9.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.9.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing time and space for members of the general public to share ideas about engineering projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.9.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.10 Five Minutes of Fame ===<br />
<br />
2.10.a Noisebridge offers an opportunity for members of the general public to give five-minute talks about current projects or areas of interest. These five minute talks are an opportunity for participants to practice public speaking and to seek out potential collaborators on areas of interest. Please see<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame<br />
for a list of previous talks.<br />
<br />
Noisebridge also publishes free videos on YouTube of talks from the Five Minutes of Fame series. Please see<br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
2.10.b The activity is run by Noisebridge members aestetix and Ani Vinow. The main qualifications required to run the activity are the ability to organize people and publicize the activity, which they have shown themselves to have by running the activity for several months. <br />
<br />
2.10.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.10.d The activity is conducted every third Thursday 8PM. <br />
<br />
2.10.e Providing a platform for others to do five minute talks is of interest to Noisebridge members Ani Vinow and aestetix. <br />
<br />
2.10.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.10.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.10.i There is no fee for participation in the activity, either to present a five minute talk or to listen.<br />
<br />
2.10.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.10.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing a platform for members of the general public to present their ideas to a wide audience. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.10.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.11 Mandarin Corner ===<br />
<br />
2.11.a Noisebridge offers group study in the Mandarin Chinese language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Mandarin_Corner <br />
<br />
2.11.b The activity is run by Adam Skory and several other Noisebridge members who have studied Chinese for several years and traveled extensively in China. The participants have a wide range of abilities in speaking and reading/writing Mandarin Chinese.<br />
<br />
2.11.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.11.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
5PM. <br />
<br />
2.11.e Chinese culture and language is of interest to several Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.11.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.11.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.11.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.11.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.11.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
=== 2.12 Crazy Crypto Night ===<br />
<br />
2.12.a Noisebridge offers a group study session on the theory and practice of cryptography, the science of secret codes. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/CrazyCryptoCnight <br />
<br />
2.12.b The activity is run by its participants.<br />
<br />
2.12.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.12.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.12.e David Molnar, a Noisebridge member and Noisebridge secretary, has a deep personal interest in cryptography.<br />
<br />
2.12.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.12.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.12.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.12.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group study in the science of cryptography. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.12.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
=== 2.13 Cyborg Group Meeting ===<br />
<br />
2.13.a Noisebridge offers a group study and build session focusing on new user interfaces for computers. <br />
<br />
2.13.b The activity is run by the participants.<br />
<br />
2.13.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.13.d The activity is conducted every Sunday at <br />
11AM. <br />
<br />
2.13.e Building new ways to interface with computers is of interest to several Noisebridge members. <br />
<br />
2.13.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.13.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.13.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.13.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group design and build sessions focused on new user interfaces for computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.13.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
=== 2.14 Pay Phone ===<br />
<br />
2.14.a Noisebridge offers the ability to make free phone calls from the Noisebridge facility to anywhere in the United States. The phone calls are made from a pay phone converted to make phone calls over the internet. Please see our web page regarding the design and operation of the converted pay phone. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Payphone<br />
<br />
<br />
2.14.b The activity is run by Noisebridge member Seth Schoen and various others who help out as needed. <br />
<br />
2.14.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.14.d The activity is available 24/7 within the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.14.e Making free phone calls available to others is of interest to Seth.<br />
<br />
2.14.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering art and technology<br />
to the general public. The pay phone is a specific example of repurposing seemingly obsolete technology for the public benefit. <br />
<br />
2.14.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. Just pick up the phone. <br />
<br />
2.14.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility and wishes make a phone call can participate. In the <br />
event that there is someone already on the phone, a participant needs to wait until that person has hung up.<br />
<br />
2.14.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The phone service is donated to Noisebridge by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity, aside from the benefit of being able to make free phone calls.<br />
<br />
2.14.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. The pay phone itself is mounted in an easily visible location within the Noisebridge facility .<br />
<br />
2.14.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free phone calls to members of the general public.. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.14.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. While the phone service does cost money, this service is paid for and donated by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.14.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
=== 2.15 Rent and Utilities for 83C ===<br />
<br />
2.15.a Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for a facility at 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA. This facility is the location for most of Noisebridge's other activities. <br />
<br />
2.15.b The rent and utilities are paid monthly by the Noisebridge Treasurer, Mitch Altman. <br />
<br />
2.15.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.15.d The activity is ongoing. <br />
<br />
2.15.e The facility and its use are of deep personal interest to every member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.15.f The activity is critical to Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public, because it establishes the space where educational activities occur. <br />
<br />
2.15.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the Noisebridge facility. <br />
<br />
2.15.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at a scheduled event time and wishes to <br />
participate in an event participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
In addition, the space is available outside of scheduled events for people to meet informally and exchange information about projects. <br />
<br />
2.15.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. Becoming a Noisebridge member is not required to use the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.15.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. Noisebridge members donate either $40 or $80 per month to Noisebridge to pay for rent and utilities.<br />
<br />
2.15.k Use of the space is free. Noisebridge members have keys to the space, but membership in Noisebridge is not required to obtain a key to the Noisebridge facility. Activities taking place at the Noisebridge facility are advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. Members of the general public are welcome at the space at all times.<br />
<br />
2.15.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for activities by members of Noisebridge and members of the general public. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e),(f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.15.m Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for the 83C facility. Rent is $1975 per month, utilities vary but are roughly $400 per month. This constitutes the main part of the monthly Noisebridge budget.[TODO: fill in exact percentage.]<br />
<br />
2.15.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.15.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
== Question 3: Ownership of Noisebridge Lease ==<br />
<br />
Our facility, 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is <br />
owned by Ahuva Jolish, who is not a member of nor <br />
affiliated in any way with Noisebridge. The facility <br />
is leased to the organization. The lease for 83C <br />
Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is held by <br />
Noisebridge. This is the only facility currently <br />
associated with Noisebridge. All activities <br />
mentioned in our response Question 2 are conducted <br />
at 83C Wiese Street, except for the pending activity <br />
with the San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL <br />
program (section 2.2), which will take place at San <br />
Francisco schools.<br />
<br />
No member of Noisebridge has a direct or indirect <br />
financial interest in the space. We did have a brief <br />
period in October 2008 prior to the incorporation of <br />
Noisebridge when the lease was in the name of <br />
individual members. We immediately re-signed the <br />
lease to transfer the lease to Noisebridge after <br />
incorporation. The lease is now held by Noisebridge <br />
alone.<br />
<br />
== Question 5: Describe Residency Program ==<br />
<br />
We do not currently offer a residency program, but we marked the box on the application because we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer such a program, we envision that the program will consist of inviting an artist or technologist to visit the Noisebridge facility and interact with members of the general public. This interaction would consist of discussions with members of the public present at the Noisebridge facility and leading new activities at the space.<br />
<br />
The resident would not live in the Noisebridge facility. Instead, the person would be housed by a Noisebridge member as part of the program, at no cost to Noisebridge or the person. Noisebridge would pay for the person's expenses and a small reasonable stipend for the person. The specifics of the reimbursement, lodging, and stipend will be determined if and when we offer such a residency program. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 7: Describe Oversight/Selection for Residency ==<br />
<br />
As mentioned in the answer to question 5, we do not currently offer the residency program, but we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer this program, we plan to select potential residents by recommendations from Noisebridge members or members of the general public brought up at Noisebridge general meetings. A committee of Noisebridge members would then review these recommendations, screen for the appearance of conflicts of interest, and make recommendations to the general membership. Noisebridge members would then come to a consensus about the selection of a resident to invite and the duration of the residency. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 8: Describe Publication Activities ==<br />
<br />
Noisebridge does not engage in any printed <br />
publication activity. Noisebridge does publish videos of the &quot;Five <br />
Minutes of Fame&quot; lightning talks held at Noisebridge <br />
(see response 2.10 above) on YouTube. See <br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
Noisebridge makes no charge for and derives no <br />
income from this publication activity. Noisebridge acquires no rights in the presenters' work as part of this activity. Noisebridge <br />
posts these videos to further the exempt purposes of <br />
the &quot;Five Minutes of Fame&quot; talk series, as described <br />
above, by making the talks available <br />
to a broad public audience for no cost. All work required to create these videos was donated by Noisebridge members and volunteers.<br />
<br />
== Question 10: Ownership In Name of Noisebridge ==<br />
<br />
The Noisebridge facility and all common tools, equipment, and books are all held in the name of the Noisebridge organization. These tools, equipment, and books are labeled as property of Noisebridge to avoid confusion with private property of members of the general public that may be visiting the Noisebridge facility. All donations made to the organization directly, not to individuals associated with the organization.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/QuotesQuotes2009-06-04T05:24:34Z<p>Jbm: &quot;Being in noisebridge feels like being surrounded by gnomes and unicorns.&quot;</p>
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<div>'''When someone says something outrageously funny or weird, it goes on the memorable quotes list or it gets the hose again.'''<br />
<br />
&quot;If you keep taking those you're going to train me to just leave them there.&quot; -Steen&lt;br /&gt;<br />
&quot;I'm like Pavlov for slovenliness.&quot; -skye&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;<br />
&quot;Police are like vampires, you never invite them into your home.&quot; -Jake&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;<br />
&quot;Nine minutes left. That's enough time to do some coke.&quot; -aestetix&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;<br />
&quot;Dr. Jesus, I have no epenis.&quot; - Jake&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;<br />
&quot;Being in noisebridge feels like being surrounded by gnomes and unicorns.&quot; - anonymous&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/IRS_Response_2009_06IRS Response 2009 062009-06-03T18:43:21Z<p>Jbm: /* Question 2: Time Matrix */ Add a time matrix spreadsheet scratchpad, to make filling in the percentages easier</p>
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<div>== Request ==<br />
The IRS responded to our 501(c)3 application with a [http://web.hexapodia.org/~adi/noisebridge/irs-letter-2009-05.pdf request for additional information] (7MB PDF). We are responding as follows.<br />
<br />
== Response Context ==<br />
<br />
Our lawyer has asked us to focus on responses to Questions 2, 3,5, 7,8, and 10 from the IRS request for information. We meet with her at 11AM on Friday 6 June 2009. Please iterate on this response before then.<br />
<br />
Things we specifically need: <br />
0) add activities performed at Noisebridge but not currently mentioned in Question 2<br />
1) fill in Time Matrix as part of Question 2<br />
<br />
== Question 2: Time Matrix ==<br />
<br />
Note: I made a one-off gDocs spreadsheet anyone can edit for this, here: [http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=r04ctAsgVjhOuFLr-LLSA_g&amp;hl=en http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=r04ctAsgVjhOuFLr-LLSA_g&amp;hl=en]. Anyone (and I do mean ''anyone'' can edit it) -jbm<br />
<br />
Time usage matrix <br />
<br />
Activity %time (must sum to 100)<br />
<br />
Circuit Hacking Monday <br />
<br />
ExCEL project<br />
<br />
Noisebridge Meeting<br />
<br />
Python Class<br />
<br />
Haskell Class<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Wednesday<br />
<br />
Mandarin Corner<br />
<br />
German <br />
<br />
Design Huddle<br />
<br />
Five Minutes of Fame<br />
<br />
VFX Class<br />
<br />
Crazy Crypto Night<br />
<br />
Cyborg Group<br />
<br />
== Text Response ==<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 2: Noisebridge Activities ==<br />
<br />
'''2.1 Circuit Hacking Monday'''<br />
<br />
2.1.a The activity offers instruction in <br />
&quot;soldering,&quot; which is a basic skill required to <br />
build electronics. The following extended description appears at the <br />
web page advertising the activity, available at <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Circuit_Hacking_Mondays<br />
<br />
&quot;Learn to solder! Mitch will bring kits to make <br />
cool, practical, intriguing, hackable things that <br />
you can bring home after you make it. Of course, you <br />
can also bring your own projects to hack.<br />
<br />
Anyone can learn to solder! Even if you have never <br />
made anything in your life, you can learn this very <br />
useful and enjoyable skill. It really is fun! Mitch <br />
has taught thousands of people to solder all around <br />
the world, and he can teach you, too! Add yourself <br />
to the ever increasing community!&quot;<br />
<br />
2.1.b The instructor is Mitch Altman. Altman's <br />
qualifications include being a founder of 3Ware, <br />
pioneering virtual reality research at VPL Research, <br />
and founding Cornfield Electronics. In addition, <br />
Mitch has run soldering teaching sessions at a <br />
variety of locations across the world. Mitch Altman <br />
is also a Noisebridge member, the Noisebridge <br />
treasurer, and a member of the Noisebridge board of <br />
directors. See his wikipedia entry at<br />
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitch_Altman<br />
<br />
<br />
The instructor is responsible for teaching <br />
participants the skill of soldering. This skill is <br />
fundamental to building electronics. <br />
<br />
The instructor's duties are to greet participants, <br />
then assesses each participant's current level of <br />
skill. The instructor then works with each <br />
participant to improve his or her soldering skills. Typically, this will be done by the participant completing a small project under the supervision of the instructor.<br />
<br />
2.1.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility, located at 83C Wiese Street, <br />
San Francisco, CA. <br />
<br />
2.1.d The activity is conducted every Monday night <br />
from 8:30PM until participants agree to stop. <br />
<br />
2.1.e The instructors deeply believe in teaching <br />
anyone who wants to learn the basic skills required <br />
to build electronics. No instructor receives a <br />
financial benefit or has any financial interest from <br />
the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.f The activity is part of a series of <br />
Noisebridge education activities that are open to <br />
the general public. As such, the activity is <br />
important to Noisebridge's mission and exempt <br />
purposes.<br />
<br />
2.1.g Anyone may participate in the activity. In <br />
particular, participation is not limited to <br />
Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.1.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.1.i Participants may optionally buy kits <br />
containing parts required to build small electronic <br />
devices. Noisebridge charges only the cost of parts. <br />
Noisebridge offers different kits with a range of $7 <br />
to $25. Purchasing such a kit is not required for <br />
participation; participants may bring in their own <br />
electronics projects for soldering instruction. <br />
<br />
During the activity, we also suggest donations to <br />
Noisebridge in the $3 to $5 range per person, but <br />
participation is encouraged even without such <br />
donations. All <br />
donations go directly to Noisebridge. No member of <br />
Noisebridge and no instructor of the activity <br />
receive any financial benefit from the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.k The event is free and readily accessible to <br />
the general public. As described in 2.1.i, <br />
participants may optionally buy kits containing <br />
parts for small devices and may optionally donate to <br />
Noisebridge, but there is no fee for participation. <br />
<br />
Noisebridge advertises the event on the front page <br />
of its web site http://noisebridge.net . Instructors <br />
also send periodic reminders of the activity to <br />
electronic mailing lists run by Noisebridge and to <br />
other electronic mailing lists. Noisebridge has also <br />
advertised the event at Maker Faire 2009, a public <br />
event held 29 and 30 May 2009 at the San Mateo <br />
Fairgrounds, as part of a booth at the fair. <br />
<br />
2.1.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.1.m Noisebridge dedicates 0% of total general <br />
funds to this activity. Specifically, no labor costs <br />
are involved in the activity because the instructor <br />
donates his time. Costs for parts are covered by the <br />
participants, either in the form of their own <br />
electronics projects or in the purchase of optional <br />
electronics kits. Noisebridge does pay for the rent <br />
of the facility used for this activity, but the rent <br />
money is not specifically earmarked for this <br />
activity.<br />
<br />
2.1.n Some of the kits available for purchase during the activity are designed by Cornfield Electronics, which is a company founded by the instructor and Noisebridge treasurer Mitch Altman. Cornfield Electronics donates the design of the kits, including the list of parts required and instructions for assembly to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.1.o See matrix of time attached. <br />
<br />
'''2.2 San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL <br />
Project (Pending Activity)'''<br />
<br />
2.2.a Noisebridge recently partnered with Teach Me <br />
To Make to propose after-school instruction in basic <br />
electronics for children in the San Francisco <br />
Unified School District (SFUSD). The proposal has <br />
been filed with the ExCEL program of SFUSD. <br />
Noisebridge is currently waiting for a response from <br />
the ExCEL program. <br />
<br />
We have a page on the Noisebridge web site dedicated <br />
to this effort: <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Sfusd_excel_program<br />
<br />
The page links to a detailed proposal, including <br />
budget, to the SFUSD ExCEL program. The proposal is <br />
also attached to this response to the request for <br />
information.<br />
<br />
2.2.b From the proposal:<br />
<br />
&quot;Our organizations [Noisebridge and Teach Me To <br />
Make] include a great many members covering a wide <br />
range of skills, experiences, and areas of <br />
expertise. While many may participate in the ExCEL <br />
program as guest speakers, a much smaller subset <br />
will be the formal instructional personnel.<br />
<br />
Teachers are chosen on the basis of knowledge, <br />
interpersonal skills, and the ability to impart <br />
their knowledge to students in a clear, easy-to-<br />
follow manner. To participate in this program, <br />
teachers must show sensitivity to the needs and <br />
understanding of different students, and must be <br />
able to explain concepts in alternate ways <br />
appropriate to each students. Teachers must be <br />
patient, good listeners, and respectful.&quot;<br />
Please also see the attached proposal.<br />
<br />
2.2.c The activity will be conducted at local <br />
schools of the San Francisco Unified School <br />
District. Specific schools will be established if <br />
the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.d The time of the activity will be established <br />
jointly by Noisebridge, Teach Me To Make, and <br />
SFUSDif the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.e The Noisebridge members involved with the <br />
proposal have a deep and passionate commitment to <br />
teaching others basic electronic skills. In <br />
addition, the proposal includes financial <br />
compensation for time spent teaching. Please refer <br />
to the attached proposal budget for details. <br />
<br />
2.2.f The activity forms part of Noisebridge's <br />
efforts at outreach to the general public. Because <br />
this activity will, if accepted by SFUSD, take <br />
Noisebridge's educational mission directly to <br />
children in their schools, the activity is <br />
significant. <br />
<br />
2.2.g School children enrolled in participating <br />
schools within the SFUSD may participate.<br />
<br />
2.2.h If the proposed activity is accepted by SFUSD, <br />
Noisebridge will work with SFUSD to determine <br />
criteria for selecting participants in the event.<br />
<br />
2.2.i Please see attached budget.<br />
<br />
2.2.j Yes, the proposal budget includes $3840 <br />
compensation for teaching time for an electronics <br />
teacher, as shown in the attached budget. <br />
<br />
2.2.k The activity, if accepted by SFUSD, will be <br />
free and accessible to students enrolled in schools <br />
of the SFUSD. The activity will be advertised by <br />
participating schools.<br />
<br />
2.2.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing instruction to public <br />
school children in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purposes. <br />
<br />
<br />
2.2.m Noisebridge devotes no funds directly to this <br />
activity. Funding for the activity, if approved, <br />
will comes from the ExCEL program of the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.n The proposal is joint between Noisebridge and <br />
Teach Me To Make. One principal of Teach Me <br />
To Make, Michael Shiloh, is also a member of Noisebridge, but Teach <br />
Me To Make is a separate organization. For more information on Teach Me To Make, see their web site<br />
http://www.teachmetomake.com/ <br />
<br />
2.2.o See attached matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.3 Python Class'''<br />
<br />
2.3.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Python. Python is a popular <br />
language used in developing new web sites.<br />
Please see attached class announcements distributed <br />
to Noisebridge electronic mailing lists. <br />
<br />
2.3.b The activity was created by Noisebridge member <br />
Asheesh Laroia. Asheesh is a professional programmer <br />
and startup founder with several years of experience <br />
working in Python. Asheesh led the first round of <br />
classes.<br />
<br />
Currently the activity is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Dan Silverstein. Dan is a professional programmer <br />
with deep expertise in building large scalable web <br />
services. <br />
<br />
2.3.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.3.d The activity is conducted every Monday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.3.e The teaching of Python has deep personal <br />
interest to Asheesh and Dan; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.3.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.3.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.3.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.3.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
2.3.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.3.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.3.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.4 Haskell Class'''<br />
<br />
2.4.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Haskell. Haskell is a language <br />
noted for its stress on a &quot;pure functional&quot; style, <br />
which differs significantly from traditional <br />
computer languages. <br />
<br />
2.4.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Jason Dusek. <br />
<br />
2.4.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.4.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.4.e The teaching of Haskell has deep personal <br />
interest to Jason; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.4.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.4.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.4.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.4.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.4.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.5 Noisebridge Weekly Meeting'''<br />
<br />
2.5.a Noisebridge hosts an open weekly meeting to discuss current issues of interest to the general public and to members of Noisebridge. The weekly meeting is the method used by Noisebridge to bring up questions for discussion and resolution by the Noisebridge membership. <br />
<br />
2.5.b All members of the general public may participate in the activity. Decisions are made by consensus. Members of Noisebridge may block consensus, causing no action to be taken on a specific issue, while members of the general public may not. <br />
<br />
2.5.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.5.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.5.e Every member of Noisebridge has an interest in the weekly meeting because it is where decisions are made about the direction of Noisebridge.<br />
<br />
2.5.f The activity is critical because it determines what other activities will be carried out as part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.5.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. To block consensus, however, a person must be a member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.5.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.5.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.5.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.5.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes. (g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by directing Noisebridge's future efforts and projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e), (f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.5.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.6 Machine Learning Wednesday'''<br />
<br />
2.6.a Noisebridge offers instruction in and group discussion time for statistics, mathematics, and programming techniques related to the field of “machine learning.” <br />
<br />
2.6.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Josh Myer. Josh is a professional programmer working for The Mechanical Zoo. His day job involves machine learning as part of working on a product called Aardvark. <br />
<br />
2.6.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.6.d The activity is conducted every Wednesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.6.e The teaching of Machine Learning has deep personal <br />
interest to Josh; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new mathematics.<br />
<br />
2.6.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.6.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Wednesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.6.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.6.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for discussion of and instruction in machine learning. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.6.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.7 German Class'''<br />
<br />
2.7.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
German language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/German <br />
<br />
2.7.b The activity is run by Charlotte, who has a BA and MA in German and ten years of experience as an instructor. Charlotte has taught workshops on creative games and activities for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and using multiple intelligences for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and pain-free classroom management. She taught college, high<br />
school, Business German, German for children (ages 6 to 18) both for<br />
children of native speakers and non-native speakers.<br />
<br />
2.7.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.7.d The activity is conducted every Thursday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.7.e The teaching of German is of interest to Charlotte.<br />
<br />
2.7.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.7.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.7.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.7.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space. (b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art. (c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology. (d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.7.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.8 Professional VFX Compositing With Adobe After <br />
Effects Class'''<br />
<br />
2.8.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer program Adobe After Effects. After Effects is a program used for video editing and video effects (“VFX”). See the program description on the web here:<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Professional_VFX_Compositing_With_Adobe_After_Effects <br />
<br />
2.8.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Aaron Muszalski. Aaron is a professional Visual Effects Artist, who formerly<br />
worked at Industrial Light + Magic. Aaron currently teaches classes in VFX<br />
at the San Francisco Academy of Art University, including classes on<br />
Compositing, Rotoscoping and Digital Paint. Applications used in my<br />
classes include Photoshop, After Effects, Shake (though less so since<br />
Apple killed it), Commotion, Combustion and Silhouette.<br />
<br />
2.8.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.8.d The activity is conducted the first, second, and fourth Thursdays of each month at <br />
7PM. <br />
<br />
2.8.e The teaching of visual effects generation has deep personal interest to Aaron.<br />
<br />
2.8.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.8.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.8.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.8.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.8.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to use computers to perform video editing. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
2.8.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
2.8.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
2.8.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.9 Science, Engineering, and Design Huddle'''<br />
<br />
2.9.a Noisebridge offers a group brainstorming session for people who have trouble with current design or engineering projects. The session focuses on high level goals for projects to help participants think through problems they are having with carrying out such projects. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Science,_Engineering_%26_Design_Huddle <br />
<br />
<br />
2.9.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Michael Kan. <br />
<br />
2.9.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.9.d The activity is conducted each Thursday at 7PM. <br />
<br />
2.9.e Helping people with their projects is of deep personal interest to Michael Kan.<br />
2.9.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.9.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.9.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.9.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing time and space for members of the general public to share ideas about engineering projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.9.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.10 Five Minutes of Fame'''<br />
<br />
2.10.a Noisebridge offers an opportunity for members of the general public to give five-minute talks about current projects or areas of interest. These five minute talks are an opportunity for participants to practice public speaking and to seek out potential collaborators on areas of interest. Please see<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame<br />
for list of previous talks.<br />
<br />
Noisebridge also publishes free videos on YouTube of talks from the Five Minutes of Fame series. Please see<br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
2.10.b The activity is run by Noisebridge members aestetix and Ani Vinow. The main qualifications required to run the activity are the ability to organize people and publicize the activity, which they have shown themselves to have by running the activity for several months. <br />
<br />
2.10.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.10.d The activity is conducted every third Thursday 8PM. <br />
<br />
2.10.e Providing a platform for others to do five minute talks is of interest to Noisebridge members Ani Vinow and aestetix. <br />
2.10.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.10.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.10.i There is no fee for participation in the activity, either to present a five minute talk or to listen.<br />
<br />
2.10.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.10.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing a platform for members of the general public to present their ideas to a wide audience. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.10.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.11 Mandarin Corner''''<br />
<br />
2.11.a Noisebridge offers group study in the Mandarin Chinese language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Mandarin_Corner <br />
<br />
2.11.b The activity is run by the participants, who have a wide range of abilities in speaking and reading/writing Mandarin Chinese.<br />
<br />
2.11.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.11.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
5PM. <br />
<br />
2.11.e Chinese culture and language is of interest to several Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.11.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.11.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.11.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.11.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.11.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.12 Crazy Crypto Night'''<br />
<br />
2.12.a Noisebridge offers a group study session on the theory and practice of cryptography, the science of secret codes. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/CrazyCryptoCnight <br />
<br />
2.12.b The activity is run by its participants.<br />
<br />
2.12.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.12.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.12.e David Molnar, a Noisebridge member and Noisebridge secretary, has a deep personal interest in cryptography.<br />
<br />
2.12.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.12.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.12.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.12.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group study in the science of cryptography. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.12.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.13 Cyborg Group Meeting'''<br />
<br />
2.13.a Noisebridge offers a group study and build session focusing on new user interfaces for computers. <br />
<br />
2.13.b The activity is run by the participants.<br />
<br />
2.13.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.13.d The activity is conducted every Sunday at <br />
11AM. <br />
<br />
2.13.e Building new ways to interface with computers is of interest to several Noisebridge members. <br />
<br />
2.13.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.13.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.13.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.13.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group design and build sessions focused on new user interfaces for computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.13.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.14 Pay Phone''' <br />
<br />
2.14.a Noisebridge offers the ability to make free phone calls from the Noisebridge facility to anywhere in the United States. The phone calls are made from a pay phone converted to make phone calls over. Please see our web page regarding the design and operation of the converted pay phone. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Payphone<br />
<br />
<br />
2.14.b The activity is run by Noisebridge member Seth Schoen and various others who help out as needed. <br />
<br />
2.14.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.14.d The activity is available 24/7 within the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.14.e Making free phone calls available to others is of interest to Seth.<br />
<br />
2.14.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering art and technology<br />
to the general public. The pay phone is a specific example of repurposing seemingly obsolete technology for the public benefit. <br />
<br />
2.14.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. Just pick up the phone. <br />
<br />
2.14.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility and wishes make a phone call can participate. In the <br />
event that there is someone already on the phone, a participant needs to wait until that person has hung up.<br />
<br />
2.14.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The phone service is donated to Noisebridge by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity, aside from the benefit of being able to make free phone calls.<br />
<br />
2.14.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. The pay phone itself is mounted in an easily visible location within the Noisebridge facility .<br />
<br />
2.14.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free phone calls to members of the general public.. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.14.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. While the phone service does cost money, this service is paid for and donated by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.14.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.15 Rent and Utilities for 83C'''<br />
<br />
2.15.a Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for a facility at 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA. This facility is the location for most of Noisebridge's other activities. <br />
<br />
2.15.b The rent and utilities are paid monthly by the Noisebridge Treasurer, Mitch Altman. <br />
<br />
2.15.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.15.d The activity is ongoing. <br />
<br />
2.15.e The facility and its use are of deep perosnal interest to every member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.15.f The activity is critical to Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public, because it establishes the space where educational activities occur. <br />
<br />
2.15.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the Noisebridge facility. <br />
<br />
2.15.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at a scheduled event time and wishes to <br />
participate in an event participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
In addition, the space is available outside of scheduled events for people to meet informally and exchange information about projects. <br />
<br />
2.15.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. Becoming a Noisebridge member is not required to use the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.15.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. Noisebridge members donate either $40 or $80 per month to Noisebridge to pay for rent and utilities.<br />
<br />
2.15.k Use of the space is free. Noisebridge members have keys to the space, but membership in Noisebridge is not required to obtain a key to the Noisebridge facility. Activities taking place at the Noisebridge facility are advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. Members of the general public are welcome at the space at all times.<br />
<br />
2.15.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for activities by members of Noisebridge and members of the general public. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e),(f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.15.m Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for the 83C facility. Rent is $1975 per month, utilities vary but are roughly $400 per month. This constitutes the main part of the monthly Noisebridge budget.[TODO: fill in exact percentage.]<br />
<br />
2.15.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.15.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
== Question 3: Ownership of Noisebridge Lease ==<br />
<br />
Our facility, 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is <br />
owned by Ahuva Jolish, who is not a member of nor <br />
affiliated in any way with Noisebridge. The facility <br />
is leased to the organization. The lease for 83C <br />
Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is held by <br />
Noisebridge. This is the only facility currently <br />
associated with Noisebridge. All activities <br />
mentioned in our response Question 2 are conducted <br />
at 83C Wiese Street, except for the pending activity <br />
with the San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL <br />
program (section 2.2), which will take place at San <br />
Francisco schools.<br />
<br />
No member of Noisebridge has a direct or indirect <br />
financial interest in the space. We did have a brief <br />
period in October 2008 prior to the incorporation of <br />
Noisebridge when the lease was in the name of <br />
individual members. We immediately re-signed the <br />
lease to transfer the lease to Noisebridge after <br />
incorporation. The lease is now held by Noisebridge <br />
alone.<br />
<br />
== Question 5: Describe Residency Program ==<br />
<br />
We do not currently offer a residency program, but we marked the box on the application because we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer such a program, we envision that the program will consist of inviting an artist or technologist to visit the Noisebridge facility and interact with members of the general public. This interaction would consist of discussions with members of the public present at the Noisebridge facility and leading new activities at the space.<br />
<br />
The resident would not live in the Noisebridge facility. Instead, the person would be housed by a Noisebridge member as part of the program, at no cost to Noisebridge or the person. Noisebridge would pay for the person's expenses and a small reasonable stipend for the person. The specifics of the reimbursement, lodging, and stipend will be determined if and when we offer such a residency program. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 7: Describe Oversight/Selection for Residency ==<br />
<br />
As mentioned in the answer to question 5, we do not currently offer the residency program, but we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer this program, we plan to select potential residents by recommendations from Noisebridge members or members of the general public brought up at Noisebridge general meetings. A committee of Noisebridge members would then review these recommendations, screen for the appearance of conflicts of interest, and make recommendations to the general membership. Noisebridge members would then come to a consensus about the selection of a resident to invite and the duration of the residency. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 8: Describe Publication Activities ==<br />
<br />
Noisebridge does not engage in any printed <br />
publication activity. Noisebridge does publish videos of the &quot;Five <br />
Minutes of Fame&quot; lightning talks held at Noisebridge <br />
(see response 2.10 above) on YouTube. See <br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
Noisebridge makes no charge for and derives no <br />
income from this publication activity. Noisebridge <br />
posts these videos to further the exempt purposes of <br />
the &quot;Five Minutes of Fame&quot; talk series, as described <br />
above, by making the talks available <br />
to a broad public audience for no cost. All work required to create these videos was donated by members of Noisebridge and their friends.<br />
<br />
== Question 10: Ownership In Name of Noisebridge ==<br />
<br />
The Noisebridge facility and all common tools, equipment, and books are all held in the name of the Noisebridge organization. These tools, equipment, and books are labeled as property of Noisebridge to avoid confusion with private property of members of the general public that may be visiting the Noisebridge facility. All donations made to the organization directly, not to individuals associated with the organization.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/IRS_Response_2009_06IRS Response 2009 062009-06-03T18:36:21Z<p>Jbm: /* Question 2: Noisebridge Activities */ Hey, your C&amp;P is showing =) Change Haskell to Machine Learning</p>
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<div>== Request ==<br />
The IRS responded to our 501(c)3 application with a [http://web.hexapodia.org/~adi/noisebridge/irs-letter-2009-05.pdf request for additional information] (7MB PDF). We are responding as follows.<br />
<br />
== Response Context ==<br />
<br />
Our lawyer has asked us to focus on responses to Questions 2, 3,5, 7,8, and 10 from the IRS request for information. We meet with her at 11AM on Friday 6 June 2009. Please iterate on this response before then.<br />
<br />
Things we specifically need: <br />
0) add activities performed at Noisebridge but not currently mentioned in Question 2<br />
1) fill in Time Matrix as part of Question 2<br />
<br />
== Question 2: Time Matrix ==<br />
<br />
Time usage matrix <br />
<br />
Activity %time (must sum to 100)<br />
<br />
Circuit Hacking Monday <br />
<br />
ExCEL project<br />
<br />
Noisebridge Meeting<br />
<br />
Python Class<br />
<br />
Haskell Class<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Wednesday<br />
<br />
Mandarin Corner<br />
<br />
German <br />
<br />
Design Huddle<br />
<br />
Five Minutes of Fame<br />
<br />
VFX Class<br />
<br />
Crazy Crypto Night<br />
<br />
Cyborg Group<br />
<br />
== Text Response ==<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 2: Noisebridge Activities ==<br />
<br />
'''2.1 Circuit Hacking Monday'''<br />
<br />
2.1.a The activity offers instruction in <br />
&quot;soldering,&quot; which is a basic skill required to <br />
build electronics. The following extended description appears at the <br />
web page advertising the activity, available at <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Circuit_Hacking_Mondays<br />
<br />
&quot;Learn to solder! Mitch will bring kits to make <br />
cool, practical, intriguing, hackable things that <br />
you can bring home after you make it. Of course, you <br />
can also bring your own projects to hack.<br />
<br />
Anyone can learn to solder! Even if you have never <br />
made anything in your life, you can learn this very <br />
useful and enjoyable skill. It really is fun! Mitch <br />
has taught thousands of people to solder all around <br />
the world, and he can teach you, too! Add yourself <br />
to the ever increasing community!&quot;<br />
<br />
2.1.b The instructor is Mitch Altman. Altman's <br />
qualifications include being a founder of 3Ware, <br />
pioneering virtual reality research at VPL Research, <br />
and founding Cornfield Electronics. In addition, <br />
Mitch has run soldering teaching sessions at a <br />
variety of locations across the world. Mitch Altman <br />
is also a Noisebridge member, the Noisebridge <br />
treasurer, and a member of the Noisebridge board of <br />
directors. See his wikipedia entry at<br />
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitch_Altman<br />
<br />
<br />
The instructor is responsible for teaching <br />
participants the skill of soldering. This skill is <br />
fundamental to building electronics. <br />
<br />
The instructor's duties are to greet participants, <br />
then assesses each participant's current level of <br />
skill. The instructor then works with each <br />
participant to improve his or her soldering skills. Typically, this will be done by the participant completing a small project under the supervision of the instructor.<br />
<br />
2.1.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility, located at 83C Wiese Street, <br />
San Francisco, CA. <br />
<br />
2.1.d The activity is conducted every Monday night <br />
from 8:30PM until participants agree to stop. <br />
<br />
2.1.e The instructors deeply believe in teaching <br />
anyone who wants to learn the basic skills required <br />
to build electronics. No instructor receives a <br />
financial benefit or has any financial interest from <br />
the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.f The activity is part of a series of <br />
Noisebridge education activities that are open to <br />
the general public. As such, the activity is <br />
important to Noisebridge's mission and exempt <br />
purposes.<br />
<br />
2.1.g Anyone may participate in the activity. In <br />
particular, participation is not limited to <br />
Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.1.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.1.i Participants may optionally buy kits <br />
containing parts required to build small electronic <br />
devices. Noisebridge charges only the cost of parts. <br />
Noisebridge offers different kits with a range of $7 <br />
to $25. Purchasing such a kit is not required for <br />
participation; participants may bring in their own <br />
electronics projects for soldering instruction. <br />
<br />
During the activity, we also suggest donations to <br />
Noisebridge in the $3 to $5 range per person, but <br />
participation is encouraged even without such <br />
donations. All <br />
donations go directly to Noisebridge. No member of <br />
Noisebridge and no instructor of the activity <br />
receive any financial benefit from the activity. <br />
<br />
2.1.k The event is free and readily accessible to <br />
the general public. As described in 2.1.i, <br />
participants may optionally buy kits containing <br />
parts for small devices and may optionally donate to <br />
Noisebridge, but there is no fee for participation. <br />
<br />
Noisebridge advertises the event on the front page <br />
of its web site http://noisebridge.net . Instructors <br />
also send periodic reminders of the activity to <br />
electronic mailing lists run by Noisebridge and to <br />
other electronic mailing lists. Noisebridge has also <br />
advertised the event at Maker Faire 2009, a public <br />
event held 29 and 30 May 2009 at the San Mateo <br />
Fairgrounds, as part of a booth at the fair. <br />
<br />
2.1.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.1.m Noisebridge dedicates 0% of total general <br />
funds to this activity. Specifically, no labor costs <br />
are involved in the activity because the instructor <br />
donates his time. Costs for parts are covered by the <br />
participants, either in the form of their own <br />
electronics projects or in the purchase of optional <br />
electronics kits. Noisebridge does pay for the rent <br />
of the facility used for this activity, but the rent <br />
money is not specifically earmarked for this <br />
activity.<br />
<br />
2.1.n Some of the kits available for purchase during the activity are designed by Cornfield Electronics, which is a company founded by the instructor and Noisebridge treasurer Mitch Altman. Cornfield Electronics donates the design of the kits, including the list of parts required and instructions for assembly to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.1.o See matrix of time attached. <br />
<br />
'''2.2 San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL <br />
Project (Pending Activity)'''<br />
<br />
2.2.a Noisebridge recently partnered with Teach Me <br />
To Make to propose after-school instruction in basic <br />
electronics for children in the San Francisco <br />
Unified School District (SFUSD). The proposal has <br />
been filed with the ExCEL program of SFUSD. <br />
Noisebridge is currently waiting for a response from <br />
the ExCEL program. <br />
<br />
We have a page on the Noisebridge web site dedicated <br />
to this effort: <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Sfusd_excel_program<br />
<br />
The page links to a detailed proposal, including <br />
budget, to the SFUSD ExCEL program. The proposal is <br />
also attached to this response to the request for <br />
information.<br />
<br />
2.2.b From the proposal:<br />
<br />
&quot;Our organizations [Noisebridge and Teach Me To <br />
Make] include a great many members covering a wide <br />
range of skills, experiences, and areas of <br />
expertise. While many may participate in the ExCEL <br />
program as guest speakers, a much smaller subset <br />
will be the formal instructional personnel.<br />
<br />
Teachers are chosen on the basis of knowledge, <br />
interpersonal skills, and the ability to impart <br />
their knowledge to students in a clear, easy-to-<br />
follow manner. To participate in this program, <br />
teachers must show sensitivity to the needs and <br />
understanding of different students, and must be <br />
able to explain concepts in alternate ways <br />
appropriate to each students. Teachers must be <br />
patient, good listeners, and respectful.&quot;<br />
Please also see the attached proposal.<br />
<br />
2.2.c The activity will be conducted at local <br />
schools of the San Francisco Unified School <br />
District. Specific schools will be established if <br />
the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.d The time of the activity will be established <br />
jointly by Noisebridge, Teach Me To Make, and <br />
SFUSDif the proposal is accepted by the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.e The Noisebridge members involved with the <br />
proposal have a deep and passionate commitment to <br />
teaching others basic electronic skills. In <br />
addition, the proposal includes financial <br />
compensation for time spent teaching. Please refer <br />
to the attached proposal budget for details. <br />
<br />
2.2.f The activity forms part of Noisebridge's <br />
efforts at outreach to the general public. Because <br />
this activity will, if accepted by SFUSD, take <br />
Noisebridge's educational mission directly to <br />
children in their schools, the activity is <br />
significant. <br />
<br />
2.2.g School children enrolled in participating <br />
schools within the SFUSD may participate.<br />
<br />
2.2.h If the proposed activity is accepted by SFUSD, <br />
Noisebridge will work with SFUSD to determine <br />
criteria for selecting participants in the event.<br />
<br />
2.2.i Please see attached budget.<br />
<br />
2.2.j Yes, the proposal budget includes $3840 <br />
compensation for teaching time for an electronics <br />
teacher, as shown in the attached budget. <br />
<br />
2.2.k The activity, if accepted by SFUSD, will be <br />
free and accessible to students enrolled in schools <br />
of the SFUSD. The activity will be advertised by <br />
participating schools.<br />
<br />
2.2.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing instruction to public <br />
school children in basic skills required to create <br />
new electronics technology. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purposes. <br />
<br />
<br />
2.2.m Noisebridge devotes no funds directly to this <br />
activity. Funding for the activity, if approved, <br />
will comes from the ExCEL program of the SFUSD.<br />
<br />
2.2.n The proposal is joint between Noisebridge and <br />
Teach Me To Make. One principal of Teach Me <br />
To Make, Michael Shiloh, is also a member of Noisebridge, but Teach <br />
Me To Make is a separate organization. For more information on Teach Me To Make, see their web site<br />
http://www.teachmetomake.com/ <br />
<br />
2.2.o See attached matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.3 Python Class'''<br />
<br />
2.3.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Python. Python is a popular <br />
language used in developing new web sites.<br />
Please see attached class announcements distributed <br />
to Noisebridge electronic mailing lists. <br />
<br />
2.3.b The activity was created by Noisebridge member <br />
Asheesh Laroia. Asheesh is a professional programmer <br />
and startup founder with several years of experience <br />
working in Python. Asheesh led the first round of <br />
classes.<br />
<br />
Currently the activity is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Dan Silverstein. Dan is a professional programmer <br />
with deep expertise in building large scalable web <br />
services. <br />
<br />
2.3.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.3.d The activity is conducted every Monday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.3.e The teaching of Python has deep personal <br />
interest to Asheesh and Dan; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.3.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.3.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.3.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Monday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.3.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
2.3.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.3.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.3.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.3.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.4 Haskell Class'''<br />
<br />
2.4.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer language Haskell. Haskell is a language <br />
noted for its stress on a &quot;pure functional&quot; style, <br />
which differs significantly from traditional <br />
computer languages. <br />
<br />
2.4.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Jason Dusek. <br />
<br />
2.4.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.4.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
6:30PM. <br />
<br />
2.4.e The teaching of Haskell has deep personal <br />
interest to Jason; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new programming <br />
languages. No Noisebridge member has a financial <br />
interest in the development of the language.<br />
<br />
2.4.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.4.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 6:30PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.4.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.4.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.4.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to program computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.4.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.4.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.5 Noisebridge Weekly Meeting'''<br />
<br />
2.5.a Noisebridge hosts an open weekly meeting to discuss current issues of interest to the general public and to members of Noisebridge. The weekly meeting is the method used by Noisebridge to bring up questions for discussion and resolution by the Noisebridge membership. <br />
<br />
2.5.b All members of the general public may participate in the activity. Decisions are made by consensus. Members of Noisebridge may block consensus, causing no action to be taken on a specific issue, while members of the general public may not. <br />
<br />
2.5.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.5.d The activity is conducted every Tuesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.5.e Every member of Noisebridge has an interest in the weekly meeting because it is where decisions are made about the direction of Noisebridge.<br />
<br />
2.5.f The activity is critical because it determines what other activities will be carried out as part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.5.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. To block consensus, however, a person must be a member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.5.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Tuesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.5.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.5.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.5.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes. (g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by directing Noisebridge's future efforts and projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e), (f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.5.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.5.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.6 Machine Learning Wednesday'''<br />
<br />
2.6.a Noisebridge offers instruction in and group discussion time for statistics, mathematics, and programming techniques related to the field of “machine learning.” <br />
<br />
2.6.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member <br />
Josh Myer. Josh is a professional programmer working for The Mechanical Zoo. His day job involves machine learning as part of working on a product called Aardvark. <br />
<br />
2.6.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.6.d The activity is conducted every Wednesday at <br />
8PM. <br />
<br />
2.6.e The teaching of Machine Learning has deep personal <br />
interest to Josh; several Noisebridge <br />
members also enjoy learning new mathematics.<br />
<br />
2.6.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.6.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at 8PM on Wednesday night and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.6.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.6.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.6.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for discussion of and instruction in machine learning. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.6.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.6.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.7 German Class'''<br />
<br />
2.7.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
German language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/German <br />
<br />
2.7.b The activity is run by Charlotte, who has a BA and MA in German and ten years of experience as an instructor. Charlotte has taught workshops on creative games and activities for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and using multiple intelligences for foreign language<br />
acquisition, and pain-free classroom management. She taught college, high<br />
school, Business German, German for children (ages 6 to 18) both for<br />
children of native speakers and non-native speakers.<br />
<br />
2.7.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.7.d The activity is conducted every Thursday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.7.e The teaching of German is of interest to Charlotte.<br />
<br />
2.7.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.7.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.7.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.7.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.7.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space. (b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art. (c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology. (d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world. (e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society. (f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.7.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.7.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.8 Professional VFX Compositing With Adobe After <br />
Effects Class'''<br />
<br />
2.8.a Noisebridge offers free instruction in the <br />
computer program Adobe After Effects. After Effects is a program used for video editing and video effects (“VFX”). See the program description on the web here:<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Professional_VFX_Compositing_With_Adobe_After_Effects <br />
<br />
2.8.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Aaron Muszalski. Aaron is a professional Visual Effects Artist, who formerly<br />
worked at Industrial Light + Magic. Aaron currently teaches classes in VFX<br />
at the San Francisco Academy of Art University, including classes on<br />
Compositing, Rotoscoping and Digital Paint. Applications used in my<br />
classes include Photoshop, After Effects, Shake (though less so since<br />
Apple killed it), Commotion, Combustion and Silhouette.<br />
<br />
2.8.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.8.d The activity is conducted the first, second, and fourth Thursdays of each month at <br />
7PM. <br />
<br />
2.8.e The teaching of visual effects generation has deep personal interest to Aaron.<br />
<br />
2.8.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.8.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.8.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.8.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. The instructor does offer the ability for participants to donate to the instructor or to Noisebridge during the activity, but these donations are not required for participation. <br />
<br />
2.8.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.8.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public in how to use computers to perform video editing. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
2.8.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
2.8.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
2.8.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.9 Science, Engineering, and Design Huddle'''<br />
<br />
2.9.a Noisebridge offers a group brainstorming session for people who have trouble with current design or engineering projects. The session focuses on high level goals for projects to help participants think through problems they are having with carrying out such projects. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Science,_Engineering_%26_Design_Huddle <br />
<br />
<br />
2.9.b The activity was created and is led by Noisebridge member Michael Kan. <br />
<br />
2.9.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.9.d The activity is conducted each Thursday at 7PM. <br />
<br />
2.9.e Helping people with their projects is of deep personal interest to Michael Kan.<br />
2.9.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education in art and technology <br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.9.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the appointed time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.9.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.9.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.9.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing time and space for members of the general public to share ideas about engineering projects. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.9.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.9.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
'''2.10 Five Minutes of Fame'''<br />
<br />
2.10.a Noisebridge offers an opportunity for members of the general public to give five-minute talks about current projects or areas of interest. These five minute talks are an opportunity for participants to practice public speaking and to seek out potential collaborators on areas of interest. Please see<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame<br />
for list of previous talks.<br />
<br />
Noisebridge also publishes free videos on YouTube of talks from the Five Minutes of Fame series. Please see<br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
2.10.b The activity is run by Noisebridge members aestetix and Ani Vinow. The main qualifications required to run the activity are the ability to organize people and publicize the activity, which they have shown themselves to have by running the activity for several months. <br />
<br />
2.10.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.10.d The activity is conducted every third Thursday 8PM. <br />
<br />
2.10.e Providing a platform for others to do five minute talks is of interest to Noisebridge members Ani Vinow and aestetix. <br />
2.10.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.10.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.10.i There is no fee for participation in the activity, either to present a five minute talk or to listen.<br />
<br />
2.10.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.10.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.10.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing a platform for members of the general public to present their ideas to a wide audience. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.10.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.10.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.11 Mandarin Corner''''<br />
<br />
2.11.a Noisebridge offers group study in the Mandarin Chinese language. Please see our web page<br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Mandarin_Corner <br />
<br />
2.11.b The activity is run by the participants, who have a wide range of abilities in speaking and reading/writing Mandarin Chinese.<br />
<br />
2.11.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.11.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
5PM. <br />
<br />
2.11.e Chinese culture and language is of interest to several Noisebridge members.<br />
<br />
2.11.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.11.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.11.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.11.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.11.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free instruction to the <br />
general public about the German language. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.11.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.11.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.12 Crazy Crypto Night'''<br />
<br />
2.12.a Noisebridge offers a group study session on the theory and practice of cryptography, the science of secret codes. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/CrazyCryptoCnight <br />
<br />
2.12.b The activity is run by its participants.<br />
<br />
2.12.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.12.d The activity is conducted every Friday at <br />
6PM. <br />
<br />
2.12.e David Molnar, a Noisebridge member and Noisebridge secretary, has a deep personal interest in cryptography.<br />
<br />
2.12.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.12.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.12.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.12.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.12.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group study in the science of cryptography. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.12.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.12.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.13 Cyborg Group Meeting'''<br />
<br />
2.13.a Noisebridge offers a group study and build session focusing on new user interfaces for computers. <br />
<br />
2.13.b The activity is run by the participants.<br />
<br />
2.13.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.13.d The activity is conducted every Sunday at <br />
11AM. <br />
<br />
2.13.e Building new ways to interface with computers is of interest to several Noisebridge members. <br />
<br />
2.13.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public. <br />
<br />
2.13.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at the event time and wishes to <br />
participate in the activity participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
<br />
2.13.i There is no fee for participation in the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to teach or to participate in this activity. <br />
<br />
2.13.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings.<br />
<br />
2.13.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing group design and build sessions focused on new user interfaces for computers. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.13.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. Noisebridge does pay the rent for the facility used by this activity, but those funds are not devoted specifically to the activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.13.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.14 Pay Phone''' <br />
<br />
2.14.a Noisebridge offers the ability to make free phone calls from the Noisebridge facility to anywhere in the United States. The phone calls are made from a pay phone converted to make phone calls over. Please see our web page regarding the design and operation of the converted pay phone. <br />
https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Payphone<br />
<br />
<br />
2.14.b The activity is run by Noisebridge member Seth Schoen and various others who help out as needed. <br />
<br />
2.14.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.14.d The activity is available 24/7 within the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.14.e Making free phone calls available to others is of interest to Seth.<br />
<br />
2.14.f The activity is a part of Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering art and technology<br />
to the general public. The pay phone is a specific example of repurposing seemingly obsolete technology for the public benefit. <br />
<br />
2.14.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the activity. Just pick up the phone. <br />
<br />
2.14.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility and wishes make a phone call can participate. In the <br />
event that there is someone already on the phone, a participant needs to wait until that person has hung up.<br />
<br />
2.14.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. The phone service is donated to Noisebridge by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity, aside from the benefit of being able to make free phone calls.<br />
<br />
2.14.k The activity is free and readily accessible to the general public. The activity is advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. The pay phone itself is mounted in an easily visible location within the Noisebridge facility .<br />
<br />
2.14.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing free phone calls to members of the general public.. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.14.m No funds are devoted specifically to this activity. While the phone service does cost money, this service is paid for and donated by Seth Schoen. <br />
<br />
2.14.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.14.o See attached time matrix. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''2.15 Rent and Utilities for 83C'''<br />
<br />
2.15.a Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for a facility at 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA. This facility is the location for most of Noisebridge's other activities. <br />
<br />
2.15.b The rent and utilities are paid monthly by the Noisebridge Treasurer, Mitch Altman. <br />
<br />
2.15.c The activity is conducted at the main <br />
Noisebridge facility at 83C Wiese Street, San <br />
Francisco, CA.<br />
<br />
2.15.d The activity is ongoing. <br />
<br />
2.15.e The facility and its use are of deep perosnal interest to every member of Noisebridge. <br />
<br />
2.15.f The activity is critical to Noisebridge's <br />
mission of offering education<br />
to the general public, because it establishes the space where educational activities occur. <br />
<br />
2.15.g Any member of the general public may <br />
participate in the Noisebridge facility. <br />
<br />
2.15.h Anyone who shows up at the Noisebridge <br />
facility at a scheduled event time and wishes to <br />
participate in an event participates. In the <br />
event that there are not enough materials or space <br />
to accomodate everyone, participation slots are <br />
allocated on a first come first serve basis. <br />
In addition, the space is available outside of scheduled events for people to meet informally and exchange information about projects. <br />
<br />
2.15.i There is no fee for participation in the activity. Becoming a Noisebridge member is not required to use the Noisebridge facility.<br />
<br />
2.15.j No member of Noisebridge receives any financial incentive to participate in this activity. Noisebridge members donate either $40 or $80 per month to Noisebridge to pay for rent and utilities.<br />
<br />
2.15.k Use of the space is free. Noisebridge members have keys to the space, but membership in Noisebridge is not required to obtain a key to the Noisebridge facility. Activities taking place at the Noisebridge facility are advertised through electronic mailing lists, on the front page of the Noisebridge web site, and announced at Noisebridge general meetings. Members of the general public are welcome at the space at all times.<br />
<br />
2.15.l The purpose of Noisebridge set out in its <br />
bylaws is <br />
<br />
&quot;The purpose of this corporation is to promote and <br />
encourage technical, scientific, and artistic skills <br />
through individual projects, social collaboration, <br />
and education. Also in the context of these <br />
purposes, the corporation shall engage in <br />
scientific, charitable and educational activities <br />
within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the <br />
Internal Revenue Code, including but not limited to:<br />
(a). Through talks, classes, workshops, <br />
collaborative projects, and other activities, to <br />
encourage research, knowledge exchange, learning, <br />
and mentoring in a safe, clean space.<br />
(b). Provide educational spaces for teaching <br />
practical skills and theory of technology, science, <br />
and art.<br />
(c). Provide work space, storage, and other <br />
resources for projects related to art, science, and <br />
technology that will benefit the individual members' <br />
personal growth in their fields of interest, <br />
encouraging the individual members to share their <br />
projects and knowledge for the betterment of society <br />
through art, science and technology.<br />
(d). To create, learn, and teach, individually <br />
and as a group, inviting members of the community in <br />
the San Francisco Bay area and the world.<br />
(e). To develop, support the development of, <br />
and provide resources for the development of free <br />
and open source software and hardware for the <br />
benefit of society.<br />
(f). Collaboration across disciplines for the <br />
benefit of cultural, charitable, and scientific <br />
causes.<br />
(g). To foster, by all legal means, the common <br />
purposes of its participants.<br />
(h). To conduct or engage in all lawful <br />
activities in furtherance of the stated purposes or <br />
those incidental to them.&quot;<br />
<br />
The activity furthers the exempt charitable purposes <br />
of Noisebridge by providing space for activities by members of Noisebridge and members of the general public. This falls under <br />
paragraphs (a), (b), (c ), (d),(e),(f), (g), and (h) of the <br />
Noisebridge exempt purpose. <br />
<br />
2.15.m Noisebridge pays the rent and utilities for the 83C facility. Rent is $1975 per month, utilities vary but are roughly $400 per month. This constitutes the main part of the monthly Noisebridge budget.[TODO: fill in exact percentage.]<br />
<br />
2.15.n Noisebridge works with no other individual members or organizations for this activity.<br />
<br />
2.15.o See attached time matrix.<br />
<br />
== Question 3: Ownership of Noisebridge Lease ==<br />
<br />
Our facility, 83C Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is <br />
owned by Ahuva Jolish, who is not a member of nor <br />
affiliated in any way with Noisebridge. The facility <br />
is leased to the organization. The lease for 83C <br />
Wiese Street, San Francisco, CA is held by <br />
Noisebridge. This is the only facility currently <br />
associated with Noisebridge. All activities <br />
mentioned in our response Question 2 are conducted <br />
at 83C Wiese Street, except for the pending activity <br />
with the San Francisco Unified School District ExCEL <br />
program (section 2.2), which will take place at San <br />
Francisco schools.<br />
<br />
No member of Noisebridge has a direct or indirect <br />
financial interest in the space. We did have a brief <br />
period in October 2008 prior to the incorporation of <br />
Noisebridge when the lease was in the name of <br />
individual members. We immediately re-signed the <br />
lease to transfer the lease to Noisebridge after <br />
incorporation. The lease is now held by Noisebridge <br />
alone.<br />
<br />
== Question 5: Describe Residency Program ==<br />
<br />
We do not currently offer a residency program, but we marked the box on the application because we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer such a program, we envision that the program will consist of inviting an artist or technologist to visit the Noisebridge facility and interact with members of the general public. This interaction would consist of discussions with members of the public present at the Noisebridge facility and leading new activities at the space.<br />
<br />
The resident would not live in the Noisebridge facility. Instead, the person would be housed by a Noisebridge member as part of the program, at no cost to Noisebridge or the person. Noisebridge would pay for the person's expenses and a small reasonable stipend for the person. The specifics of the reimbursement, lodging, and stipend will be determined if and when we offer such a residency program. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 7: Describe Oversight/Selection for Residency ==<br />
<br />
As mentioned in the answer to question 5, we do not currently offer the residency program, but we hope to offer such a program in the future. When we do offer this program, we plan to select potential residents by recommendations from Noisebridge members or members of the general public brought up at Noisebridge general meetings. A committee of Noisebridge members would then review these recommendations, screen for the appearance of conflicts of interest, and make recommendations to the general membership. Noisebridge members would then come to a consensus about the selection of a resident to invite and the duration of the residency. We welcome suggestions for ways to improve this process.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Question 8: Describe Publication Activities ==<br />
<br />
Noisebridge does not engage in any printed <br />
publication activity. Noisebridge does publish videos of the &quot;Five <br />
Minutes of Fame&quot; lightning talks held at Noisebridge <br />
(see response 2.10 above) on YouTube. See <br />
http://www.youtube.com/noisebridge<br />
<br />
Noisebridge makes no charge for and derives no <br />
income from this publication activity. Noisebridge <br />
posts these videos to further the exempt purposes of <br />
the &quot;Five Minutes of Fame&quot; talk series, as described <br />
above, by making the talks available <br />
to a broad public audience for no cost. All work required to create these videos was donated by members of Noisebridge and their friends.<br />
<br />
== Question 10: Ownership In Name of Noisebridge ==<br />
<br />
The Noisebridge facility and all common tools, equipment, and books are all held in the name of the Noisebridge organization. These tools, equipment, and books are labeled as property of Noisebridge to avoid confusion with private property of members of the general public that may be visiting the Noisebridge facility. All donations made to the organization directly, not to individuals associated with the organization.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_LearningMachine Learning2009-05-24T00:38:35Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>This is a placeholder landing page for Machine Learning related projects and topics at noisebridge.<br />
<br />
We have weekly meetings, every Wednesday at 8PM, at 83c.<br />
<br />
=== Notes from Meetings ===<br />
<br />
(We've fallen off the notes bandwagon, sorry.)<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-04-01]] -- Finally moving on up: fully-connected backpropagation networks.<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-25]] -- We made perceptrons - added sigmoid, etc.<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-18]] -- We made perceptrons - linear function support!<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-11]] -- We made perceptrons!<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-04 -- Josh gave a presentation on SVMs<br />
<br />
(time is missing!)<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-11 -- Josh gave a presentation on clustering, donuts!<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-04 -- Free-form hang out night, punch and pie<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-28 -- Praveen talked about Neural networks<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-01-21 -- Jean gave a quick overview of machine learning stuff<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-14 -- Ian gave a talk on k-Nearest Neighbor<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-07 -- Josh did a quick intro to ML presentation<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-12-17]]<br />
<br />
=== Presentations and other Materials ===<br />
<br />
* [[Awesome Machine Learning Applications]] -- A list of cool applications of ML<br />
* [[Hands-on Machine Learning]], a presentation [[User:jbm|jbm]] gave on 2009-01-07.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Possible topics ===<br />
<br />
It would be nice to have a cache of topics we might want to discuss at future meetings; this is a placeholder to keep track of them. If you'd like to present on a Wednesday, but aren't sure what to do it on, consider researching one of these topics and presenting that.<br />
<br />
* No-Free Lunch Theorem [http://www.cedar.buffalo.edu/~srihari/CSE555/Chap9.Part1.pdf]<br />
* Bias and Variance [http://www.cedar.buffalo.edu/~srihari/CSE555/Chap9.Part2.pdf]<br />
* Resampling for Estimation [http://www.cedar.buffalo.edu/~srihari/CSE555/Chap9.Part3.pdf]<br />
* Bagging and Boosting [http://www.cedar.buffalo.edu/~srihari/CSE555/Boosting.pdf]<br />
* Estimation of Misclassification [http://www.cedar.buffalo.edu/~srihari/CSE555/Chap9.Part5.pdf]<br />
* Classifier Combination [http://www.cedar.buffalo.edu/~srihari/CSE555/Chap9.Part6.pdf]<br />
<br />
* Entropy in the information-theoretic sense<br />
* A basic decision tree builder, recursive and using entropy metrics<br />
<br />
* Metric spaces and what they mean<br />
<br />
* Fundamentals of probabilities<br />
* Naive Bayes classification<br />
<br />
Please add things here as you think of them, with or without supporting documentation.<br />
<br />
=== Possible Projects ===<br />
<br />
* Gesture recognition using a Wiimote</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/NoisebridgeNoisebridge2009-04-07T00:20:36Z<p>Jbm: Roll over the now-past events from Upcoming, add a gCal link to the unofficial calendar</p>
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<div>__NOTOC__ __NOEDITSECTION__ [[Image:Noisebridge tools.jpg|thumb|right|A space to learn and create neat things]]<br />
[[Image:Noisebridge_Soldering_Workshop.jpg|thumb|right|Soldering workshop at Noisebridge]]<br />
[[Image:Skittlevodka.jpg|thumb|right|Hacking, it's more than just electronics]]<br />
[[Image:Noisebridge air.jpg|thumb|right|Members at Noisebridge]]<br />
[[Image:noisebridge.jpg|thumb|right|Front door to 83C]]<br />
''Noisebridge is an infrastructure provider for technical-creative projects, collaboratively run by its members. We are incorporated as a non-profit educational corporation for public benefit.'' [[Noisebridge_Vision|Read more about Noisebridge...]]<br />
<br />
'''[[Mailinglist|Join the Noisebridge mailing list]] or hop on [[IRC]] to hear about upcoming events and to get involved.'''<br />
<br />
'''[[Noisebridge Membership|Become a member]]! -- [[New Member FAQ]]!'''<br />
<br />
'''[[Donate or Pay Dues| How to Donate money or Pay Membership Dues]].'''<br />
<br />
== [http://noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:Events Events] ==<br />
===Upcoming Planned Events===<br />
<br />
* Saturday 2009-04-11 - [[RFID Hacking]] weekend workshop (this event recently moved from the original March date)<br />
* Thursday 2009-04-16 - [[Five Minutes of Fame]]<br />
* [http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=vo3i3c0qtjnkjr2ojasd0ftt8s%40group.calendar.google.com&amp;ctz=America/Los_Angeles The unofficial Google calendar for Noisebridge]<br />
<br />
==== Recurring Events ====<br />
* '''Monday''' [[Circuit Hacking Mondays]] - Weekly workshop to solder stuff! Learn how solder from some of the best out there.<br />
* '''Tuesday''' [[#Meetings|Noisebridge Weekly Meeting]] - Happening every Tuesday at 8PM. Introducing new people to the space and general discussion.<br />
* '''Wednesday''' [[Machine Learning]] - Weekly get-together about Machine Learning.<br />
* '''Thursday''' [[Science, Engineering &amp; Design Huddle]] - Weekly group to discuss design approach, share techniques, and solve any problem you may be having with your project(s). 7pm<br />
* '''Friday''' [[Mandarin Corner]] - Weekly study group to practice Chinese language (and eat Chinese food).<br />
* '''Sunday''' [[Cyborg Group]] - 11AM (sorry) weekly gathering to work on projects like artificial senses (just go click the link)<br />
<br />
<br />
== Info ==<br />
[[Getting Here]]: We're at 83C Wiese Street between Mission and Valencia just off 16th Street in San Francisco's Mission district. [http://openstreetmap.org/?mlat=37.765600&amp;mlon=-122.420420&amp;zoom=16 openstreetmap] [http://maps.google.com/?q=83C+Wiese+St,+94103 Google Maps]<br />
<br />
[[Planet Noisebridge]]: [https://www.noisebridge.net/planet/ Our blog aggregation service].<br />
<br />
[[The Space]]: Home sweet home (including our network drops [[Network]]).<br />
<br />
[[Noisebridge_Vision|Vision]]: Our vision - what our space is all about!<br />
<br />
[[Safety|Safety in the Space]]: What to do in case of an emergency.<br />
<br />
[[Infrastructure]]: Stuff we provide -- servers, bulk parts orders from Digikey/McMaster/Mouser, project spaces, specialized tools.<br />
<br />
[[Library]]: Information pertaining to projects we're working on.<br />
<br />
[[Concepts]]: A place to share your project ideas and to find like-minds.<br />
<br />
[[Donate or Pay Dues]]: Here is where you can see how easy it is to Donate to Noisebridge or to pay your monthly Membership Dues.<br />
<br />
[[Identity]]: Logos, stickers, t-shirts and stuff. [[Press Coverage]]: mentions of Noisebridge in the media (both blog and dead tree).<br />
<br />
[[Hackerspace Infos]]: Howtos, Background, and friendly Hackerspaces elsewhere.<br />
<br />
[[Board and Officers]]: Information about our formal organization.<br />
<br />
== Meetings ==<br />
'''Meetings every Tuesday at 8 PM US/Pacific at [[Getting Here|83 C Wiese St.]]''' This meeting is for members and non-members alike, everyone is welcome. Agenda items tend to typically include introductions, updates on projects happening in the space and upcoming events. Meetings normally end with general socializing and in depth discussion of any topics brought up earlier.<br />
* Next: [[Meeting Notes 2009 04 07 | 2009-04-07]]<br />
* Prev: [[Meeting Notes 2009 03 31 | 2009-03-31]]<br />
* ... (more in the [[:Category:Meeting Notes|Meeting Notes Archive]])<br />
<br />
== Get in Touch ==<br />
* [[IRC|IRC channel]] - irc://chat.freenode.net/#noisebridge <br />
* [[Mailinglist]] - Best way to keep informed of upcoming events<br />
* [[People]]<br />
* [https://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=100998755576 Facebook group]<br />
* [[Twitter]]<br />
<br />
Or just [[Getting Here|drop by the space]]. We're here almost all the time, although evenings are best.<br />
<br />
== Status ==<br />
'''Noisebridge is up!''' We began building Noisebridge in Feb 2007. Since December 2007 we've had regular Tuesday meetings, and as of October 1st 2008, we have a physical space. We are currently awaiting our 501(c)(3) status.<br />
<br />
== Emergency ==<br />
&lt;SPAN style=&quot;color: #ff0000; font-size: 18px;&quot;&gt;[[Safety|In Case of Emergency]]&lt;/SPAN&gt;</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_Learning_Meetup_Notes:_2009-04-01Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-04-012009-04-02T02:00:51Z<p>Jbm: New page: The best backpropagation notes I've found are here: [http://www.willamette.edu/~gorr/classes/cs449/backprop.html] We'll be skipping the graph modeled one this evening, and moving straigh...</p>
<hr />
<div>The best backpropagation notes I've found are here:<br />
<br />
[http://www.willamette.edu/~gorr/classes/cs449/backprop.html]<br />
<br />
We'll be skipping the graph modeled one this evening, and moving straight on to fully-connected networks in matrix representation. But, you need to skim the first half, sadly.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_LearningMachine Learning2009-04-02T02:00:00Z<p>Jbm: /* Notes from Meetings */</p>
<hr />
<div>This is a placeholder landing page for Machine Learning related projects and topics at noisebridge.<br />
<br />
We have weekly meetings, every Wednesday at 8PM, at 83c.<br />
<br />
=== Notes from Meetings ===<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-04-01]] -- Finally moving on up: fully-connected backpropagation networks.<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-25]] -- We made perceptrons - added sigmoid, etc.<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-18]] -- We made perceptrons - linear function support!<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-11]] -- We made perceptrons!<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-04 -- Josh gave a presentation on SVMs<br />
<br />
(time is missing!)<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-11 -- Josh gave a presentation on clustering, donuts!<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-04 -- Free-form hang out night, punch and pie<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-28 -- Praveen talked about Neural networks<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-01-21 -- Jean gave a quick overview of machine learning stuff<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-14 -- Ian gave a talk on k-Nearest Neighbor<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-07 -- Josh did a quick intro to ML presentation<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-12-17]]<br />
<br />
=== Presentations and other Materials ===<br />
<br />
* [[Awesome Machine Learning Applications]] -- A list of cool applications of ML<br />
* [[Hands-on Machine Learning]], a presentation [[User:jbm|jbm]] gave on 2009-01-07.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/First_aid_and_CPR_classFirst aid and CPR class2009-04-02T00:54:58Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>So as it turns out, we have a friend (soon to be member?) who is qualified to certify us in first aid and CPR. He's offered to teach the class whenever we want to schedule, and willing to do this on a donation basis. I think this is a fabulous opportunity not only to spread around life-saving-type knowledge, but do so without having to deal with large institutional structures.<br />
<br />
So I think what we need to figure out now is when we'll have the class. We already have the &quot;3 minimum&quot; he said he wanted to teach, and with the &quot;donation&quot; basis, I think a lot more will be interested.<br />
<br />
How about we add to this list with 3 ranked preferred dates (1st 2nd 3rd choice). They need to be at least 3 days in the future so as to give Michael the time he needs to prepare (best a week so we can get our act together). I figure these would best be 2 separate times so we don't have to have that much commitment for each cert.<br />
<br />
CPR<br />
* Christie <br />
* Slim<br />
* Mikolaj<br />
* Nifer<br />
* [[User:Jbm|Josh]]<br />
<br />
First Aid<br />
* Slim<br />
* Mikolaj<br />
* Nifer<br />
* [[User:Jbm|Josh]]</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_03_31Meeting Notes 2009 03 312009-03-31T19:55:38Z<p>Jbm: /* Agenda Items */</p>
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<div>= Agenda Items =<br />
* What Noisebridge is about.<br />
* Regular Happenings<br />
** Circuit Hacking Mondays (8PM, 83c)<br />
** Pyclass (Monday at 6:30PM, 83c)<br />
** [[Machine Learning]] Wednesdays (8PM, 83c)<br />
** Natural Language Corners<br />
** Sense Extension/Sensebridge/Cyborgism Group (Sundays)<br />
** [[OpenEEG]]<br />
* Treasurer's report<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Club-Mate &quot;Club Mate&quot;] at Noisebridge?<br />
* Membership hiatus? For cases when members may be out of town or out of work for a long while?<br />
* Introduction of Noisebridge Affiliate &quot;Membership&quot; status<br />
* [[Five Minutes of Fame]] coming up on April 16th<br />
* Maker Faire<br />
* ToorCon/HAR<br />
* DC3 Forensics Challenge<br />
* Concern about hazardous materials in the space.<br />
* Machine Tools: A Lathe / Milling Machine?<br />
* Bringing in things that don't fit on your shelf<br />
* [[First aid and CPR class]]<br />
* read membership folder names<br />
<br />
[[Category:Meeting Notes]]</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/OpenEEGOpenEEG2009-03-19T18:43:33Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>(This is a placeholder page for the OpenEEG project.)<br />
<br />
== Meetup ==<br />
<br />
First meetup: 2008-03-27 20h00 at 83c?<br />
<br />
Agenda:<br />
* Who's here, and what are they interested in?<br />
* What do we have available, and what do we need?<br />
* How do we get what we need?<br />
* Who's going to make that happen for the next meeting?<br />
<br />
== First steps ==<br />
<br />
It sounds like our steps are the following:<br />
<br />
* Assemble a set of OpenEEG boards<br />
* Get together a set of electrodes<br />
* Get the data into a computer<br />
<br />
Once we've done that, let's look at heartbeats. They're big and easy to see. This is also a good first step towards bootstrapping the data analysis part.<br />
<br />
After we've gotten good signal, we can move on to strapping the thing to people's heads and looking for brainwaves. This is where things get interesting. We can export the data and throw it over to the wacky [[Machine Learning]] meetup, we can tie it into crazy [[Sensebridge|Cyborg]] group stuff, make, and we can use it as an input to other systems (be they security, music, or teledildonics).<br />
<br />
<br />
Here's Jonathan's sketch of a plan, which sounds reasonable to me:<br />
<br />
# Get a pool of OpenEEG cards. I would suggest starting with 8. Maybe several people want to &quot;adopt&quot; one by buying a kit and we can have a solder party. I will adopt one myself. <br />
# Put them all in a metal box with a solid ground. Ideally, it has RF<br />
# Find someone with a 8-channel USB-audio interface for signal acquisition. These are pretty common with the musician crowd. (Sample rate is overkill, but that's OK). Anybody have one we could borrow?<br />
# Find some good electrodes. Sanity check each channel by detecting heartbeats. (If we can't get those loud and clear, no point looking at the brain's much weaker signals.)<br />
# Now are we ready to do EEGs. I would suggest -- nay, insist -- on a double-blind protocol, otherwise we will see results that aren't there. It's simply human nature. So get subject(s), over several trials, to say, attempt achieving an alpha state, and for a control, I don't know, read BoingBoing or something. Get a third party to randomize the order and keep track of data labels. (Might experiment with evoked potentials too as long as we're all set up.)<br />
# When you have some data, call in the geeks. I am personally expert at Fourier analysis, and have some experience with LDA (linear discriminant analysis) using SVD (singular value decomposition). I'd be happy to share what I know (including open-source tools like Octave and SciPy) and chew on the data for an evening.<br />
# Bootstrap from there, as this may not work at all.<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is OpenEEG? ==<br />
<br />
OpenEEG is an open-source EEG hardware design. [http://openeeg.sourceforge.net/doc/ The OpenEEG homepage] has more information.<br />
[http://www.olimex.com/gadgets/openeeg.html Olimex has the boards available for purchase]; it seems like a good reference design to use.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/OpenEEGOpenEEG2009-03-19T17:33:03Z<p>Jbm: </p>
<hr />
<div>(This is a placeholder page for the OpenEEG project.)<br />
<br />
First meetup: 2008-03-27 20h00 at 83c?<br />
<br />
== First steps ==<br />
<br />
It sounds like our steps are the following:<br />
<br />
* Assemble a set of OpenEEG boards<br />
* Get together a set of electrodes<br />
* Get the data into a computer<br />
<br />
Once we've done that, let's look at heartbeats. They're big and easy to see. This is also a good first step towards bootstrapping the data analysis part.<br />
<br />
After we've gotten good signal, we can move on to strapping the thing to people's heads and looking for brainwaves. This is where things get interesting. We can export the data and throw it over to the wacky [[Machine Learning]] meetup, we can tie it into crazy [[Sensebridge|Cyborg]] group stuff, make, and we can use it as an input to other systems (be they security, music, or teledildonics).<br />
<br />
<br />
Here's Jonathan's sketch of a plan, which sounds reasonable to me:<br />
<br />
# Get a pool of OpenEEG cards. I would suggest starting with 8. Maybe several people want to &quot;adopt&quot; one by buying a kit and we can have a solder party. I will adopt one myself. <br />
# Put them all in a metal box with a solid ground. Ideally, it has RF<br />
# Find someone with a 8-channel USB-audio interface for signal acquisition. These are pretty common with the musician crowd. (Sample rate is overkill, but that's OK). Anybody have one we could borrow?<br />
# Find some good electrodes. Sanity check each channel by detecting heartbeats. (If we can't get those loud and clear, no point looking at the brain's much weaker signals.)<br />
# Now are we ready to do EEGs. I would suggest -- nay, insist -- on a double-blind protocol, otherwise we will see results that aren't there. It's simply human nature. So get subject(s), over several trials, to say, attempt achieving an alpha state, and for a control, I don't know, read BoingBoing or something. Get a third party to randomize the order and keep track of data labels. (Might experiment with evoked potentials too as long as we're all set up.)<br />
# When you have some data, call in the geeks. I am personally expert at Fourier analysis, and have some experience with LDA (linear discriminant analysis) using SVD (singular value decomposition). I'd be happy to share what I know (including open-source tools like Octave and SciPy) and chew on the data for an evening.<br />
# Bootstrap from there, as this may not work at all.<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is OpenEEG? ==<br />
<br />
OpenEEG is an open-source EEG hardware design. [http://openeeg.sourceforge.net/doc/ The OpenEEG homepage] has more information.<br />
[http://www.olimex.com/gadgets/openeeg.html Olimex has the boards available for purchase]; it seems like a good reference design to use.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/OpenEEGOpenEEG2009-03-19T17:30:09Z<p>Jbm: /* First steps */</p>
<hr />
<div>(This is a placeholder page for the OpenEEG project.)<br />
<br />
First meetup: 2008-03-27 20h00 at 83c?<br />
<br />
== First steps ==<br />
<br />
It sounds like our steps are the following:<br />
<br />
* Assemble a set of OpenEEG boards<br />
* Get together a set of electrodes<br />
* Get the data into a computer<br />
<br />
Once we've done that, let's look at heartbeats. They're big and easy to see. This is also a good first step towards bootstrapping the data analysis part.<br />
<br />
After we've gotten good signal, we can move on to strapping the thing to people's heads and looking for brainwaves. This is where things get interesting. We can export the data and throw it over to the wacky [[Machine Learning]] meetup, we can tie it into crazy [[Sensebridge|Cyborg]] group stuff, make, and we can use it as an input to other systems (be they security, music, or teledildonics).<br />
<br />
<br />
Here's Jonathan's sketch of a plan, which sounds reasonable to me:<br />
<br />
# Get a pool of OpenEEG cards. I would suggest starting with 8. Maybe several people want to &quot;adopt&quot; one by buying a kit and we can have a solder party. I will adopt one myself. <br />
# Put them all in a metal box with a solid ground. Ideally, it has RF<br />
# Find someone with a 8-channel USB-audio interface for signal acquisition. These are pretty common with the musician crowd. (Sample rate is overkill, but that's OK). Anybody have one we could borrow?<br />
# Find some good electrodes. Sanity check each channel by detecting heartbeats. (If we can't get those loud and clear, no point looking at the brain's much weaker signals.)<br />
# Now are we ready to do EEGs. I would suggest -- nay, insist -- on a double-blind protocol, otherwise we will see results that aren't there. It's simply human nature. So get subject(s), over several trials, to say, attempt achieving an alpha state, and for a control, I don't know, read BoingBoing or something. Get a third party to randomize the order and keep track of data labels. (Might experiment with evoked potentials too as long as we're all set up.)<br />
# When you have some data, call in the geeks. I am personally expert at Fourier analysis, and have some experience with LDA (linear discriminant analysis) using SVD (singular value decomposition). I'd be happy to share what I know (including open-source tools like Octave and SciPy) and chew on the data for an evening.<br />
# Bootstrap from there, as this may not work at all.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/OpenEEGOpenEEG2009-03-19T17:26:03Z<p>Jbm: </p>
<hr />
<div>(This is a placeholder page for the OpenEEG project.)<br />
<br />
First meetup: 2008-03-27 20h00 at 83c?<br />
<br />
== First steps ==<br />
<br />
It sounds like our steps are the following:<br />
<br />
* Assemble a set of OpenEEG boards<br />
* Get together a set of electrodes<br />
* Get the data into a computer<br />
<br />
Once we've done that, let's look at heartbeats. They're big and easy to see. This is also a good first step towards bootstrapping the data analysis part.<br />
<br />
After we've gotten good signal, we can move on to strapping the thing to people's heads and looking for brainwaves. This is where things get interesting. We can export the data and throw it over to the [[Machine Learning]] meetup, we can tie it into crazy [[Cyborg]] group stuff, make, and we can use it as an input to other systems (be they security-related or musical).</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/OpenEEGOpenEEG2009-03-19T17:25:22Z<p>Jbm: New page: This is a placeholder page for the OpenEEG project. It sounds like our steps are the following: * Assemble a set of OpenEEG boards * Get together a set of electrodes * Get the data into ...</p>
<hr />
<div>This is a placeholder page for the OpenEEG project.<br />
<br />
It sounds like our steps are the following:<br />
<br />
* Assemble a set of OpenEEG boards<br />
* Get together a set of electrodes<br />
* Get the data into a computer<br />
<br />
Once we've done that, let's look at heartbeats. They're big and easy to see. This is also a good first step towards bootstrapping the data analysis part.<br />
<br />
After we've gotten good signal, we can move on to strapping the thing to people's heads and looking for brainwaves. This is where things get interesting. We can export the data and throw it over to the [[Machine Learning]] meetup, we can tie it into crazy [[Cyborg]] group stuff, make, and we can use it as an input to other systems (be they security-related or musical).</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_03_17Meeting Notes 2009 03 172009-03-18T02:31:57Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>== Agenda Items ==<br />
* What Noisebridge is about.<br />
* Regular Happenings<br />
** Circuit Hacking Mondays (8PM, 83c)<br />
** Pyclass (Monday at 6:30PM, 83c)<br />
** Machine Learning Wednesdays (8PM, 83c)<br />
** Natural Language Corners<br />
** Sense Extension/Sensebridge/Cyborgism Group (Sundays)<br />
* There's a PA system here; are people interested in keeping it here as a loaner item?<br />
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* Noisebridge Buttons<br />
* Consensus decision on going to Maker Faire as an official Noisebridge entity<br />
* Upcoming events<br />
** Five Minutes of Fame at 8pm this Thursday 3/17/09<br />
* read membership folder names<br />
* Thin Mints</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_03_17Meeting Notes 2009 03 172009-03-18T01:44:18Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>== Agenda Items ==<br />
* What Noisebridge is about.<br />
* Regular Happenings<br />
** Circuit Hacking Mondays (8PM, 83c)<br />
** Pyclass (Monday at 6:30PM, 83c)<br />
** Machine Learning Wednesdays (8PM, 83c)<br />
** Natural Language Corners<br />
* There's a PA system here; are people interested in keeping it here as a loaner item?<br />
* Consensus decision on going to Maker Faire as an official Noisebridge entity<br />
* Upcoming events<br />
** Five Minutes of Fame<br />
* read membership folder names</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/NoisebridgeNoisebridge2009-03-18T01:42:16Z<p>Jbm: /* Meetings */</p>
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'''Noisebridge is up!''' We began building Noisebridge in Feb 2007. Since December 2007 we've had regular Tuesday meetings, and as of October 1st 2008, we have a physical space. We are currently awaiting our 501(c)(3) status.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Charlieplexing_as_a_basis_functionCharlieplexing as a basis function2009-03-16T01:12:14Z<p>Jbm: New page: == Charlieplexing as a basis function == Short version: using ternary integers to encode charlieplexing as a basis function for encoding the state of an LED matrix. We can use POV for su...</p>
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<div>== Charlieplexing as a basis function ==<br />
<br />
Short version: using ternary integers to encode charlieplexing as a<br />
basis function for encoding the state of an LED matrix. We can use<br />
POV for superposition to recombine these &quot;charlievectors&quot;, and get<br />
multiple levels of grey on the array for free in our decomposition<br />
step.<br />
<br />
=== Motivation and background ===<br />
<br />
Motivation: getting video onto a charlieplexed array.<br />
<br />
You can't do it because the normal way charlieplexing works is to set<br />
a single LED at a time. To turn on N LEDs requires toggling 4*N lines<br />
on the microcontroller. In this view, what you're putting onto the<br />
display is &quot;encoded&quot; as a set of LEDs that are on: if you want to turn<br />
on LEDs 1, 2, 3, 12, and 15, you'd encode it as { 1, 2, 3, 12, 15 }.<br />
You then walk through that list, turning them on, waiting a few<br />
milliseconds, then turn them off, and move on.<br />
<br />
==== Problems with charlieplexing video ====<br />
<br />
Ideally, we'd just turn on all the LEDs for a given frame of video at<br />
once, then turn them off. Sadly, we can't do that. Typical<br />
charlieplexing goes through the matrix LED by LED, turning them on,<br />
then turning them off, and moving on. If you do this fast enough, it<br />
sort of burns into the eye, a trick called &quot;Persistence of Vision&quot; or<br />
POV.<br />
<br />
However, POV only works well within certain parameters: if you take<br />
too long to strobe a frame, the video stops being video. If you go<br />
too fast, the lights are really dim. On the heart, for instance,<br />
if you want to turn on all the LEDs with POV, each LED can only be 1/27th its maximum<br />
possible brightness. In addition to these two problems, the display<br />
also tends to display &quot;flicker&quot; due to the time it takes to strobe<br />
across all the LEDs.<br />
<br />
==== A solution ====<br />
<br />
What if, instead of turning on one LED at a time, we could turn on<br />
many of them? We could turn a series of single-LED writes into a<br />
shorter sequence of multi-LED writes. This greatly increases our<br />
efficiency, giving us better brightness and less chance at flicker.<br />
It also greatly increases the framerate we can achieve.<br />
<br />
Can we turn on more than one LED at a time? Sure! Instead of turning<br />
only one or two pins to +5V or Ground, we turn multiple pins on and<br />
off. If we do this carefully, we can make patterns of multiple LEDs<br />
light up concurrently. The available set of patterns is determined by<br />
how the matrix is wired up. To figure out the patterns, we enumerate<br />
the basis in a software model, and write it out. But, first, a<br />
digression into ternary.<br />
<br />
==== Charlieplexed pins have a ternary encoding ====<br />
<br />
Note that every pin in a charlieplexed array is a trit, it has 3<br />
possible states: HIGH, LOW, and HI-Z. So, we can encode all possible<br />
states of our pins as a 6-trit number. This gives us 729 possible<br />
states, which are pretty easy to enumerate: you just count to 729!<br />
Then, you take this number modulo 3, and that gives you the first<br />
trit's value: 0, 1, or 2. 0 is HI-Z, 1 is LOW, and 2 is HIGH. You<br />
then divide the number by 3 (right shift in base 3), and take the<br />
modulus to get the second trit. Rinse, repeat, to get 6 trits. This<br />
gives you a set of six pin states. These can be applied on the<br />
microcontroller itself to actually drive the pins, or used in a<br />
modelling program.<br />
<br />
In fact, that's exactly what we do: we take a model of the LED pinout<br />
(ie: to turn on LED 1, turn pin 1 HIGH and pin 2 LOW) and check it<br />
against the pin states above. When we do this, we find that we can<br />
associate each of our 729 pin states with a set of LEDs that turn on.<br />
For example, TK state 106 turns on LEDs 1, 3, 12, and 15. To turn on<br />
just pin 2, we'd use state 11, which only turns on LED 2. We can thus<br />
encode the display of LEDs 1, 2, 3, 12, and 15 as { 106, 11 }.<br />
Before, we'd have to turn on all 5 LEDs individually, which meant that<br />
each LED could be at most 1/5 its total brightness. Now, we can do it<br />
in just two operations, letting each one be roughly half its peak<br />
brightness. Reducing the operations also reduces the problem with<br />
flicker, as there's not as much delay between the updates.<br />
<br />
=== The actual process we're going through ===<br />
<br />
So, then, what do we do?<br />
<br />
1. Generate the pin diagram (you probably have this already in your C code)<br />
2. Decide on your pin -&gt; trits mapping function<br />
3. Generate a basis file, mapping integers into LED states (enumerate and decode using the above two files)<br />
4. Write microcontroller code that also implements the integer to pin states decoding. <br />
5. Spot check your two decoding implementations, to make sure your basis is correct (the heart circuit swaps pins all over the place, which makes it surprisingly tricky to get the mapping correct). I'd suggest writing a function that just turns on each of your LEDs for half a second in sequence, which gives a very good spot check. Once that works, you're probably okay.<br />
6. Here's the tricky bit: write a program that, given a set of LEDs to have on, turns that into a set of charlieplexed basis integers.<br />
7. Once you've got that, you're pretty well done with the binary case: you can now output single-grey video to the device.<br />
<br />
==== Greyscale for nothing ====<br />
<br />
Now, what about doing multiple levels of grey? Notice that the<br />
decomposition function above turns a given set of LED states into a<br />
set of charlieplexed basis integers, and we're getting them all to<br />
turn on through POV. Well, what if we just made the decomposition<br />
work on an array of multiple-valued integers, instead of only 1s and<br />
0s? The decomposition should be the exact same process, but just a<br />
little more expensive.<br />
<br />
I've gotten 4 levels to mostly work, but it looks like I have a<br />
problem with my pin mappings at the endpoint there. Some LEDs which aren't supposed to be lit up show up rather bright, or half-dim: I believe I need a full encoding of the LED matrix/network to make the modelled version better. However, until then, it's not a bad first approximation.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/User:JbmUser:Jbm2009-03-16T01:08:17Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>Josh is interested in [[Machine Learning]] and likes to relax by reverse engineering electronics. (Forward engineering is fun, too, but it's more like work and less like a puzzle game)<br />
<br />
Environs: You might bump into him at The Mechanical Zoo, around the Mission, at Death Guild, or at Bab5.<br />
<br />
Interests: many and varied. Linguistics, machine learning, hardware, woodworking, drawing in ink.<br />
<br />
<br />
Stuff he's doing here:<br />
* Leading the [[Machine Learning]] meetings<br />
* Designing the [[MeritBadges#Machine_Learning|Machine Learning Merit Badge Cluster]]<br />
* Poking at [[Remote Control Helicopters]]<br />
* Poking at the [[Big LED Screen]]<br />
* Doing weird things with [[Charlieplexing as a basis function]]</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_Learning_Meetup_Notes:_2009-03-11Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-112009-03-13T13:13:09Z<p>Jbm: /* Code people wrote */</p>
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<div>==Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-11==<br />
<br />
We made perceptrons. To learn how, you should go to Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron]<br />
<br />
===Code people wrote===<br />
<br />
* Mathematica, by Christoph ([https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Image:NoisebridgeNeuralNetworks.pdf PDF], because noisebridge is ''a little'' too anti-commercial)<br />
* [[Machine Learning Meetup Notes Perceptron Matlab|Matlab/Octave perceptron]] by Jean<br />
* Python by Skory<br />
* [[RachelPerceptronPython|extremely naive Python]] by Rachel<br />
* Ruby by Zhao [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_Learning_Meetup_Notes_Ruby_Zhao]<br />
* C by Cristian [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/User:Cortiz]<br />
* [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/davids_perceptron.pl Python implementation by David Stainton]<br />
* [[User:Kaufman/LISP_Perceptron|LISP!]] by John Kaufman<br />
<br />
Everyone should upload their code!<br />
<br />
===Follow-on notes===<br />
<br />
Now, if you look at your weights and think about what they mean, you'll notice something odd. At the end, the weights aren't equal! We trained a NAND gate, so every input should have an equal opportunity to change the output, right? Given that last leading question, what would you expect the ideal weights to be? Do the learned weights match that expectation? Why? (Hint: What does &quot;overfitting&quot; mean, and how is it relevant?)<br />
<br />
Can you build a training set for an OR gate, and train it? What other operators can you implement this way? All you need to do is build a new training set and try training, which is pretty awesome if you think about it. (Hint: What does &quot;separability&quot; mean, and how is it relevant?)<br />
<br />
Let's say we wanted to output smooth values instead of just 0 or 1. What wouuld you need to change in your evaluation step to get rid of the thresholding? What wouuld you need to change about learning to allow your neuron to learn smooth functions? (Hint: in a smooth output function, we want to change the amount of training we do by how far we were off, not just by which direction we were off.)<br />
<br />
What if we wanted to do something besides multiple each input by its weight? What if we wanted to do something crazy, like take the second input, square it, and multiply _that_ by the weight? That is: what if we wanted to make the output a polynomial equation instead of a linear one, where each input is x^1, x^2, etc, with the weights as their coefficients? What would need to change in your implementation? What if we wanted to do even crazier things, like bizarre trig functions?</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_Learning_Meetup_Notes:_2009-03-11Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-112009-03-13T05:49:02Z<p>Jbm: /* Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-11 */</p>
<hr />
<div>==Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-11==<br />
<br />
We made perceptrons. To learn how, you should go to Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron]<br />
<br />
===Code people wrote===<br />
<br />
* Mathematica, by Christoph ([https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Image:NoisebridgeNeuralNetworks.pdf PDF], because noisebridge is ''a little'' too anti-commercial)<br />
* Matlab/Octave by Jean<br />
* Python by Skory<br />
* [[RachelPerceptronPython|extremely naive Python]] by Rachel<br />
* Ruby by Zhao [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_Learning_Meetup_Notes_Ruby_Zhao]<br />
* C by Cristian [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/User:Cortiz]<br />
* [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/davids_perceptron.pl Python implementation by David Stainton]<br />
* [[User:Kaufman/LISP_Perceptron|LISP!]] by John Kaufman<br />
<br />
Everyone should upload their code!<br />
<br />
===Follow-on notes===<br />
<br />
Now, if you look at your weights and think about what they mean, you'll notice something odd. At the end, the weights aren't equal! We trained a NAND gate, so every input should have an equal opportunity to change the output, right? Given that last leading question, what would you expect the ideal weights to be? Do the learned weights match that expectation? Why? (Hint: What does &quot;overfitting&quot; mean, and how is it relevant?)<br />
<br />
Can you build a training set for an OR gate, and train it? What other operators can you implement this way? All you need to do is build a new training set and try training, which is pretty awesome if you think about it. (Hint: What does &quot;separability&quot; mean, and how is it relevant?)<br />
<br />
Let's say we wanted to output smooth values instead of just 0 or 1. What wouuld you need to change in your evaluation step to get rid of the thresholding? What wouuld you need to change about learning to allow your neuron to learn smooth functions? (Hint: in a smooth output function, we want to change the amount of training we do by how far we were off, not just by which direction we were off.)<br />
<br />
What if we wanted to do something besides multiple each input by its weight? What if we wanted to do something crazy, like take the second input, square it, and multiply _that_ by the weight? That is: what if we wanted to make the output a polynomial equation instead of a linear one, where each input is x^1, x^2, etc, with the weights as their coefficients? What would need to change in your implementation? What if we wanted to do even crazier things, like bizarre trig functions?</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_Learning_Meetup_Notes_Perceptron_MatlabMachine Learning Meetup Notes Perceptron Matlab2009-03-13T05:35:17Z<p>Jbm: New page: &lt;pre&gt; % Perceptron Implementation (by Jean) % indata = [1,0,0;1,0,1;1,1,0;1,1,1]; expected = [1,1,1,0]; % Learning Rate LR = 0.1; % Initial set of weights. weights = [0,0,0]; threshold = ...</p>
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<div>&lt;pre&gt;<br />
% Perceptron Implementation (by Jean)<br />
%<br />
indata = [1,0,0;1,0,1;1,1,0;1,1,1];<br />
expected = [1,1,1,0];<br />
% Learning Rate<br />
LR = 0.1;<br />
<br />
% Initial set of weights.<br />
weights = [0,0,0];<br />
threshold = 0.5;<br />
<br />
delta = 1;<br />
error = 1;<br />
<br />
% Outside loop to iterate weights. <br />
while (error ~= 0)<br />
error = 0;<br />
for i = 1:size(indata,1)<br />
% bias term is the threshold. <br />
if (dot(weights,indata(i,:)) &gt; threshold)<br />
% dot(weights,indata(i,:))<br />
out = 1; <br />
else<br />
out = 0;<br />
end<br />
% direction of learning<br />
direction = expected(i) - out;<br />
delta = direction * LR * indata(i,:);<br />
weights = weights + delta;<br />
<br />
if (norm(delta) ~= 0)<br />
error = 1;<br />
end<br />
end <br />
end<br />
<br />
% Display the final output weights.<br />
weights<br />
&lt;/pre&gt;</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_Learning_Meetup_Notes:_2009-03-11Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-112009-03-12T04:26:57Z<p>Jbm: New page: ==Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-11== We made perceptrons. To learn how, you should go to Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron] We had the following success: * Ma...</p>
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<div>==Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-11==<br />
<br />
We made perceptrons. To learn how, you should go to Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron]<br />
<br />
We had the following success:<br />
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* Mathematica, by<br />
* Matlab/Octave by Jean<br />
* Python by Skory and Rachel<br />
* Ruby by Zhao<br />
* C by Tristan<br />
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Everyone should upload their code!</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_LearningMachine Learning2009-03-12T04:23:45Z<p>Jbm: /* Notes from Meetings */</p>
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<div>This is a placeholder landing page for Machine Learning related projects and topics at noisebridge.<br />
<br />
We have weekly meetings, every Wednesday at 8PM, at 83c.<br />
<br />
=== Notes from Meetings ===<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-11]] -- We made perceptrons!<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-04 -- Josh gave a presentation on SVMs<br />
<br />
(time is missing!)<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-11 -- Josh gave a presentation on clustering, donuts!<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-04 -- Free-form hang out night, punch and pie<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-28 -- Praveen talked about Neural networks<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-01-21 -- Jean gave a quick overview of machine learning stuff<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-14 -- Ian gave a talk on k-Nearest Neighbor<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-07 -- Josh did a quick intro to ML presentation<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-12-17]]<br />
<br />
=== Presentations and other Materials ===<br />
<br />
* [[Awesome Machine Learning Applications]] -- A list of cool applications of ML<br />
* [[Hands-on Machine Learning]], a presentation [[User:jbm|jbm]] gave on 2009-01-07.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_LearningMachine Learning2009-03-12T04:23:31Z<p>Jbm: /* Notes from Meetings */</p>
<hr />
<div>This is a placeholder landing page for Machine Learning related projects and topics at noisebridge.<br />
<br />
We have weekly meetings, every Wednesday at 8PM, at 83c.<br />
<br />
=== Notes from Meetings ===<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-11 -- We made perceptrons!<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-03-04 -- Josh gave a presentation on SVMs<br />
<br />
(time is missing!)<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-11 -- Josh gave a presentation on clustering, donuts!<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-04 -- Free-form hang out night, punch and pie<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-28 -- Praveen talked about Neural networks<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-01-21 -- Jean gave a quick overview of machine learning stuff<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-14 -- Ian gave a talk on k-Nearest Neighbor<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-07 -- Josh did a quick intro to ML presentation<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-12-17]]<br />
<br />
=== Presentations and other Materials ===<br />
<br />
* [[Awesome Machine Learning Applications]] -- A list of cool applications of ML<br />
* [[Hands-on Machine Learning]], a presentation [[User:jbm|jbm]] gave on 2009-01-07.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Noisebridge_logo_200812_opaque.pngFile:Noisebridge logo 200812 opaque.png2009-03-08T16:48:02Z<p>Jbm: The 2008-12 design of the noisebridge logo, in an opaque PNG. I don't have the original line art, so I can't get a proper alpha-layer antialiased version together. Sniff.</p>
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<div>The 2008-12 design of the noisebridge logo, in an opaque PNG. I don't have the original line art, so I can't get a proper alpha-layer antialiased version together. Sniff.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_02_24Meeting Notes 2009 02 242009-02-25T03:52:20Z<p>Jbm: /* Agenda Items */</p>
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<div>[[Category:Meeting Notes]]<br />
== Agenda Items ==<br />
* What Noisebridge is about.<br />
* Regular Happenings<br />
** Circuit Hacking Mondays (8PM, 83c)<br />
** Pyclass (Monday at 6:30PM, 83c)<br />
** Machine Learning Wednesdays (8PM, 83c)<br />
** Natural Language Corners<br />
* Treasurer's report<br />
* Project Reports<br />
** Big LED sign<br />
** RepRap<br />
* TimeScale people<br />
* Upcoming events<br />
* read membership folder names</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Category:EventsCategory:Events2009-02-14T20:27:38Z<p>Jbm: /* Past Events */</p>
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<div>Official, Semi-Official, one-off and other events at the NoiseBridge space.<br />
<br />
= Upcoming Events =<br />
:Saturday 2009-02-14 - [[Open Heart Workshop]]<br />
:Thursday 2009-02-20 - [[Five Minutes of Fame]]<br />
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= Recurring Events =<br />
:'''Monday''': [[Circuit Hacking Mondays]] - Weekly get-together to solder stuff! 8:30pm till ?? Learn to solder! Mitch will bring kits to make cool, hackable things that you can bring home after you make it. Of course, you can also bring your own projects to hack.<br />
:'''Tuesday''': [[Category:Meeting Notes]] - our weekly 8pm meeting generally gets 10-30 people; we try to keep the formal part under 1 hour and socialize the rest of the evening.<br />
:'''Wednesday''': [[Machine Learning]] - weekly get-together about Machine Learning<br />
:'''Thursday''': [[Mandarin Corner]] - Weekly getagether to practice Chinese language (and eat Chinese food).<br />
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= Planned Events =<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Introduction to the AVR Microcontroller]] - [[User:Mightyohm|Jeff]] and [[User:Maltman23|Mitch]] are planning an introductory class for people wanting to make cool projects with AVRs.<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Basic Chemistry Lab Techniques]]<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Milk and Cookies]] - Come read your favorite selections out loud. With Milk and Cookies (and yeah, probably beer too).<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Processing Workshop 2]] - [[User:Scmurray|Scott]] is interested in teaching this, and is busy thinking about what, where, when, why, and how.<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Hack your Hardware]] -- We call BS on &quot;no user-serviceable parts inside&quot;<br />
<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Homebrew Instruction Class]] - The Wort (pt 1/3)<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Trip to Shooting Range]] - Field trip to a shooting range, to shoot guns. Express interest at [[Trip to Shooting Range]]<br />
:'''(TBD)''': [[Surface Mount Soldering Workshop]] - Learn how to solder cicuits with small surface mount parts. [[User:maltman23|Mitch Altman]] and Martin Bogomolni and others will show their tricks. [[User:maltman23|Mitch]] will bring hackable kits that uses surface mounts for you to solder.<br />
:'''(TBD)''' - [[Locksport and Lockpicking]]<br />
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= Past Events =<br />
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:'''2009-02-13''': [[Time-t_Party|&lt;tt&gt;time_t&lt;/tt&gt; Party]] to celebrate 1,234,567,890 since the Unix epoch.<br />
:'''2009-02-09''': [[Spanish learning at 8:30]]<br />
:'''2009-02-05''': [[PGP Key Workshop]]<br />
:'''2009-01-31''': [[Locksport and Lockpicking]]<br />
:'''2008-12-27''': [[25C3]] Chaos Computer Congress in Berlin<br />
:'''2008-12-20 &amp; 21''': [[Creme Brulee]] Workshop on creating a french dessert, with bonus propane torch.<br />
:'''2008-12-17 20:00''': [[Machine Learning]] Birds-of-a-feather<br />
:'''2008-11-24''': [[Circuit Hacking Monday]] circuit design workshop<br />
:'''2008-11-21, 7pm''':[[Milk and Cookies]] -- [[User:Dmolnar|David Molnar]] hosts Milk and Cookies at 83C. Bring a short 5-7minute thing to read to others. Bring a potluck cookie/snack/drink if you like. David will bring milk and cookies.<br />
:'''2008-11-17, 7:30pm''': [[Basic Bicycle Maintain]] - [[User:rubin110|Rubin]] and [[User:rigel|rigel]] hate it when we see a bike that isn't maintained. Screechy chains and clacking derailleur can go to hell. Basic bike tune up, sharing the smarts on simple things you can do at home to make your ride suck a whole lot less.<br />
:'''2008-11-16, 5:00pm''': [[RepRap Soldering Party]] - help assemble RepRap! RSVPs required on wiki! [[User:Adi|adi]]<br />
:'''2008-11-16, 3:00pm''': [[Oscilloscopes]] - Learn how to use this versatile tool to test electronic circuits. Maximum 6 slots, please sign up ahead of time! [[User:dstaff|dstaff]]<br />
:'''2008-10-31''': [[Halloween Open House]] - NoiseBridge's own [[PPPC]] threw an awesome open house/halloween gala. Post pictures if you got 'em!<br />
:'''2008-10-25''': [[Soldering Workshop]] and Pumpkin Hackin' - Learn to solder for total newbies (or learn to solder better!), including surface mount. Additionally, carve your halloween pumpkins and enjoy some experimental pumpkin pie and/or soup.<br />
:'''2008-10-07''': (tuesday before meeting) - Etch a circuit board. I'll be trying a photo resist etching and a basic printed mask etching. This is step 1/3 for a project called &quot;annoying USB thingie&quot; which will execute pre-defined keystrokes by sneaking a tiny USB dongle onto a victim^h^h^h^h^h buddy's computer.<br />
:'''2008-09-13''': [[Processing Workshop]] — Learn this very easy-to-use programming language! - [[Processing Workshop Report]]<br />
:'''2008-02-16''': [[Brain Machine Workshop|Brain Machine Making Workshop]]: Our first hardware sprint!</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/NoisebridgeNoisebridge2009-02-14T20:26:54Z<p>Jbm: /* Info */</p>
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=== Events ===<br />
* 2009-02-14, 2PM-6PM: [[Open Heart Workshop]] Valentine's Day blinkyheart soldering party!<br />
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There's lots going on at NoiseBridge. Check out our [[:category:events|Current Events]].<br />
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== Status ==<br />
We began building Noisebridge in Feb 2007. Since December 2007 we've had regular Tuesday meetings, and as of October 1st 2008, we have a physical space. We are currently in the process of ironing out membership procedures and guidelines.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/File:Ml_presentation_20090211_clustering.pdfFile:Ml presentation 20090211 clustering.pdf2009-02-13T04:16:23Z<p>Jbm: Ian's slides for the machine learning presentation he was going to give on 2009-02-11. He had to cancel, so Josh flubbed through what he could; hopefully Ian can reschedule to do the slides justice.</p>
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<div>Ian's slides for the machine learning presentation he was going to give on 2009-02-11. He had to cancel, so Josh flubbed through what he could; hopefully Ian can reschedule to do the slides justice.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_LearningMachine Learning2009-02-13T04:13:16Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>This is a placeholder landing page for Machine Learning related projects and topics at noisebridge.<br />
<br />
We have weekly meetings, every Wednesday at 8PM, at 83c.<br />
<br />
=== Notes from Meetings ===<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-11 -- Josh gave a presentation on clustering, donuts!<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-02-04 -- Free-form hang out night, punch and pie<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-28 -- Praveen talked about Neural networks<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-01-21 -- Jean gave a quick overview of machine learning stuff<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-14 -- Ian gave a talk on k-Nearest Neighbor<br />
<br />
Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2009-01-07 -- Josh did a quick intro to ML presentation<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-12-17]]<br />
<br />
=== Presentations and other Materials ===<br />
<br />
* [[Awesome Machine Learning Applications]] -- A list of cool applications of ML<br />
* [[Hands-on Machine Learning]], a presentation [[User:jbm|jbm]] gave on 2009-01-07.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Spanish_learning_at_8:30Spanish learning at 8:302009-02-05T04:51:06Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>'''What''': Come by Noisebridge and learn some Spanish. Taught by [[Daniela Steinsapir]].<br />
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'''When''': First meeting Monday, 9-February, 8:30pm -- (then weekly?)<br />
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'''Where''': Noisebridge<br />
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---------------<br />
If you think you might want to come by the first meeting, please add your name here (no obligation implied):<br />
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*[[Daniela Steinsapir]] -- instructor<br />
*[[User:maltman23|Mitch Altman]]<br />
*Crystal (I can't today but would love to start going next week if it becomes weekly)<br />
*[[User:h0mee|Praveen]]<br />
* [[User:jstockford|jim]]<br />
* [[User:jbm|Josh]]</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Natural_languagesNatural languages2009-02-02T07:06:18Z<p>Jbm: /* Spanish */</p>
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<div>If you're interested in learning, reinforcing or teaching a natural language, please sign up here, indicating your fluency level.<br />
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==German==<br />
*[[user:Christie|Christie]] 2 year study in high school, many years ago. Some day I want to be able to read Hegel in the original.<br />
*[[user:maltman23|Mitch]] I can sorta order food.<br />
*[[user:Ioerror|Jacob]] I am able to converse about certain subjects. However, I cannot properly express my philosophic outlook speaking or in writing. My ability to read in German is quite limited.<br />
*[[user:Yerdua|Audrey]] I can have really basic conversations, very slowly.<br />
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==Spanish==<br />
here's a link to the Spanish workshop:&lt;br&gt;<br />
[[Spanish_learning_at_8:30]]<br />
* [[user:jstockford|jim]]<br />
* [[user:jbm|Josh]]<br />
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==Hindi==<br />
*[[user:Christie|Christie]] 1 year study at uni.<br />
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==Japanese==</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_01_27Meeting Notes 2009 01 272009-01-28T04:16:51Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>[[Category:Meeting Notes]]<br />
== Agenda Items ==<br />
* Request for special dispensation: Potential member Christie Dudley<br />
* SuperHappyDevHouse30: are we doing anything specific?<br />
* Regular Happenings<br />
** Circuit Hacking Mondays<br />
** Machine Learning Wednesdays<br />
* Project Updates<br />
** Big LED sign<br />
** RepRap<br />
* Watering the plants<br />
* Server [[Pony]] and other servers</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_01_27Meeting Notes 2009 01 272009-01-28T01:35:46Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>[[Category:Meeting Notes]]<br />
== Agenda Items ==<br />
* Request for special dispensation: Potential member Christie Dudley<br />
* SuperHappyDevHouse30: are we doing anything specific?<br />
* Regular Happenings<br />
** Circuit Hacking Mondays<br />
** Machine Learning Wednesdays<br />
* Project Updates<br />
** Big LED sign</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_01_27Meeting Notes 2009 01 272009-01-28T01:34:22Z<p>Jbm: /* Agenda Items */</p>
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<div>[[Category:Meeting Notes]]<br />
== Agenda Items ==<br />
* Request for special dispensation: Potential member Christie Dudley<br />
* SuperHappyDevHouse30: are we doing anything specific?<br />
* Project Updates<br />
** Big LED sign</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Big_LED_ScreenBig LED Screen2009-01-25T07:58:04Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>= The Big LED Screen =<br />
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(I thought there was [[LED Sign|a page]] for this big LED sign thing, but I'm not seeing it. Recreating.)<br />
<br />
I ([[User:jbm jbm]]) spent the evening poking at the LED screen. Time flew, and I need to get to bed, so I've reassembled it and closed it up, so the notes below are a little hazy. Here's where I am so far:<br />
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=== Overview ===<br />
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* Originally controlled by a 386; mobo is shot.<br />
* The 386 connects via ISA to a &quot;buffer board&quot; which looks to be a memory buffer and power conditioner.<br />
* The buffer board stores data into a couple memory chips, which are then accessible to the daughterboards which drive the actual LEDs.<br />
* There are four daughterboards, in two chains of length two. Each of these daughterboards is connected to a single &quot;section&quot; of LEDs (ie: there are four big &quot;sections&quot; of LEDs).<br />
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=== Motherboard ===<br />
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Boring. Broken. Did I mention boring?<br />
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=== Buffer board ===<br />
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Tonight (2008-12-30) I worked from the backend up a bit, but eventually gave up. I then moved to the ISA frontside and worked down, which was far more productive.<br />
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The device appears to sit at ISA IO ports 0x180 through 0x183. The addresses are decoded by U51 (74688 comparator), which then hits the OE2 on U52-19 (74541 driver iirc). This is then used to feed U53 and U54 (both 74574 D-flip-flops). These appear to be there to combat fan-out. I'm not entirely certain where these go, but it seemed like they were going into the RAMs.<br />
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The low bits of the ISA address selection sit on the rightmost two pins on the top row of the header, SA1 and SA0, in that order (Just hook the connector up and use the multimeter if that's nonsensical). I haven't traced them through yet; I was in the middle of it when my time ran out. They look to run over to the empty CPU(?) slot on the right side of the board. <br />
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The output bus to the daughterboards looks to be pretty narrow. I have a hunch that it's serial, which is a bit of a bummer.<br />
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=== Daughterboards ===<br />
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I haven't gotten to prying one of these loose yet. It seems... difficult.<br />
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* I once had luck gently prying those daughterboards off of the main screen board. If I recall correctly, I found two UCN5832A ([[Image:Ucn5832.pdf]]) 32-bit shift registers. This would tend to support your theory of serial running on the output bus onto the daughterboards. -- [[User:Jof|jof]]<br />
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* That's totally correct, and I've got the connector pinout, even. The long 10-pin pigtails are as follows:<br />
1 - UCN-40 CLK (serial clock)<br />
2 - GND<br />
3 - UCN-4 STROBE (latch driver)<br />
4 - GND<br />
5 - UCN-2 SIN (serial in)<br />
6 - GND<br />
7 - UCN-3 GND<br />
8 - GND<br />
9 - GND<br />
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These daisychain through the chip (ed: it's a nice little driver, I'm rather enamored of it).<br />
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Here's my raw notes on signalling, straight out of the notepad:<br />
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Looking at the sign doing STROBE: sequences .13ms apart, within each sequence, 5 peaks @+5V, 4us each high, otherwise the signal is low. <br />
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Looking at CLK: We do a bunch of lcokign, the strobe, etc. 8 CLKs in 5us, entire process takes 125us, appx 200CLKs. This gives an input rate of 1.6MHz(!)<br />
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Experimenting with an Arduino, I get 3 cycles in 20us: 150kHz. Arduino driving sign directly: fail. We'll need a little memory controller here probably.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Awesome_Machine_Learning_ApplicationsAwesome Machine Learning Applications2009-01-15T06:09:54Z<p>Jbm: New page: Spam filtering is passe. We need better application examples. Put them here!</p>
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<div>Spam filtering is passe. We need better application examples. Put them here!</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Machine_LearningMachine Learning2009-01-15T06:09:30Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>This is a placeholder landing page for Machine Learning related projects and topics at noisebridge.<br />
<br />
We have weekly meetings, every Wednesday at 8PM, at 83c.<br />
<br />
=== Notes from Meetings ===<br />
<br />
[[Machine Learning Meetup Notes: 2008-12-17]]<br />
<br />
=== Presentations and other Materials ===<br />
<br />
* [[Awesome Machine Learning Applications]] -- A list of cool applications of ML<br />
* [[Hands-on Machine Learning]], a presentation [[User:jbm|jbm]] gave on 2009-01-07.</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_01_13Meeting Notes 2009 01 132009-01-14T04:59:35Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>[[Category:Meeting Notes]]<br />
== Agenda Items ==<br />
* Introductions around the room?<br />
* Announcements<br />
** Machine learning meetup: Wednesday, 8PM, 83C. This week, Ian's talking about k nearest neighbor classification.<br />
* Request for special dispensation: Potential member Christie Dudley<br />
I've been in the binder for about 3 weeks now, soon it'll be time that I be considered to join. At a previous meeting, names were read that were &quot;due up&quot; but the people in question were not there and it was announced &quot;You must be present to win.&quot; Now it looks like I will not be able to be present at the meetings much because they conflict with the meetings of SWARM - the large scale kinetic art (i.e. robot) group I'm proposing a project for. I can make arrangements for payment and key and so forth at some other time, it's just difficult for me to make the meeting time. Failing that, I guess I get to just keep showing up and hanging about the place and not paying until such time as I happen to be free on a Tuesday, which might be months if all goes well with the proposal.<br />
* Road trip to DC for the inaug? (Someone please fill in details?)<br />
* Member Candidates Binder Reading<br />
* We're out of keys! With two new members, we have no keys!<br />
** Joe LaPenna</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_01_13Meeting Notes 2009 01 132009-01-14T04:27:18Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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== Agenda Items ==<br />
* Introductions around the room?<br />
* Announcements<br />
** Machine learning meetup: Wednesday, 8PM, 83C. This week, Ian's talking about k nearest neighbor classification.<br />
* Request for special dispensation: Potential member Christie Dudley<br />
I've been in the binder for about 3 weeks now, soon it'll be time that I be considered to join. At a previous meeting, names were read that were &quot;due up&quot; but the people in question were not there and it was announced &quot;You must be present to win.&quot; Now it looks like I will not be able to be present at the meetings much because they conflict with the meetings of SWARM - the large scale kinetic art (i.e. robot) group I'm proposing a project for. I can make arrangements for payment and key and so forth at some other time, it's just difficult for me to make the meeting time. Failing that, I guess I get to just keep showing up and hanging about the place and not paying until such time as I happen to be free on a Tuesday, which might be months if all goes well with the proposal.<br />
* Member Candidates Binder Reading</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/Meeting_Notes_2009_01_13Meeting Notes 2009 01 132009-01-14T02:52:23Z<p>Jbm: /* Agenda Items */ add announcements and introductions as line-items</p>
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== Agenda Items ==<br />
* what?<br />
* Announcements<br />
** Machine learning meetup: Wednesday, 8PM, 83C. This week, Ian's talking about k nearest neighbor classification.<br />
* Request for special dispensation: Potential member Christie Dudley<br />
I've been in the binder for about 3 weeks now, soon it'll be time that I be considered to join. At a previous meeting, names were read that were &quot;due up&quot; but the people in question were not there and it was announced &quot;You must be present to win.&quot; Now it looks like I will not be able to be present at the meetings much because they conflict with the meetings of SWARM - the large scale kinetic art (i.e. robot) group I'm proposing a project for. I can make arrangements for payment and key and so forth at some other time, it's just difficult for me to make the meeting time. Failing that, I guess I get to just keep showing up and hanging about the place and not paying until such time as I happen to be free on a Tuesday, which might be months if all goes well with the proposal.<br />
* Introductions around the room?<br />
* Member Candidates Binder Reading</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/ShirtsShirts2009-01-13T03:46:25Z<p>Jbm: </p>
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<div>Noisebridge is going to have some shirts made. It will probably feature the same logo as the most recent sticker. If you'd like to have a shirt, please add your name to the size you'd like (linked to your wiki page). The first run of shirts will no doubt be black and simple. If you'd like non-black shirts, please note this with a a solid alternative preference stated. If you're sure you wouldn't wear black and you're certain that you don't know what color you'd like, please also state that.<br />
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* XXL<br />
[[User:martinbogo|Martin B.]]<br />
* Extra Large<br />
[[User:Michiexile|Michiexile]]<br />
* Large<br />
[[User:jlapenna|jlapenna]]<br />
* Medium<br />
[[User:Ioerror|ioerror]]<br />
[[User:jbm|Josh]]<br />
* Small</div>Jbmhttps://noisebridge.net/wiki/MeritBadges/BasicClassifiersMeritBadges/BasicClassifiers2009-01-11T20:54:07Z<p>Jbm: /* Resources */</p>
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<div>== Introduction ==<br />
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Classifiers are a very popular branch of machine learning, with myriad practical applications<br />
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== Subject Matter Expert ==<br />
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[[User:jbm|Josh]]<br />
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== Requirements ==<br />
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# Discuss classifiers, including their inputs, outputs<br />
# Describe the strengths and weaknesses of classifiers <br />
# Demonstrate an understanding of Naive Bayes classifiers<br />
## Describe the idea of conditional probability<br />
## Demonstrate the derivation of Bayes's Theorem<br />
## Explain how Bayes's Theorem is applied to create a Bayesian classifier<br />
## Demonstrate the creation of data structures appropriate for Naive Bayesian classification given a small sample dataset<br />
# Demonstrate an understanding of Support Vector Machines<br />
## Discuss the idea of higher-dimensional feature spaces<br />
## Discuss separability and the challenges it poses<br />
## Discuss separating planes, both verbally and graphically<br />
## Explain the idea and motivation of a maximum margin hyperplane<br />
## Discuss the kernel trick<br />
# Demonstrate practical knowledge. The student will provide a training set and a test set. Then, using one of the above techniques, and training only on the training set, they must achieve 80+% accuracy on the test set.<br />
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== Resources ==<br />
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==== Bayes Resources ====<br />
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* [http://www.autonlab.org/tutorials/prob.html Andrew Moore's Probability for Data Miners slides] These are great. They will get you all the probability you need for Naive Bayes, and are very clear/self-contained<br />
* [http://www.autonlab.org/tutorials/naive.html Andrew Moore's Naive Bayes slides] A fantastic set of slides, but still missing some details you'd get in the classroom<br />
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==== SVM Resources ====<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kernel_trick Kernel trick] at wikipedia<br />
* [http://www.dtreg.com/svm.htm SVM - Support Vector Machines] a good collection of graphs showing the separating plane concept<br />
* [http://www.autonlab.org/tutorials/svm.html Andrew Moore's SVM Slides] Again, Andrew Moore has excellent slides which provide an overview, but they're sometimes hard to follow.</div>Jbm